Clinical trials
Children clinical trials
Below are recruiting children clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 3,086 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07589218Recruiting
Ankle Flexibility and Looseness in Young Basketball Players
This study measures how flexible your child's ankles are during weight-bearing activities and checks if loose ligaments (the bands that support joints) play a role. Researchers want to understand ankle flexibility in young basketball players aged 8–15 to help prevent injuries.
Valencia, ValenciaAges 8–15 - NCT07590180Recruiting
Internet Gaming Habits and Brain Chemistry in Young Teens
This study looks at how excessive video gaming affects the brains and behavior of children ages 10–14. Researchers will compare children who game heavily with those who don't, measuring brain chemicals and decision-making patterns to understand why some kids struggle to control their gaming.
Istanbul, BakirkoyAges 10–14 - NCT07564531Recruiting
Safe sedation for heart catheterization in children
This study tests whether a combination of two sedative medications (dexmedetomidine and ketamine) works safely and effectively to keep children calm and still during heart catheterization—a procedure where a thin tube is guided through blood vessels to the heart for diagnosis or treatment.
HanoiAges Up to 18 years - NCT07562529Enrolling by invitation
Pneumococcal Bacteria Study in Hospitalized Vietnamese Children
This research study examines how a common bacterium called pneumococcus lives in the noses of young children who are hospitalized with respiratory symptoms. The goal is to understand which types of pneumococcus are present in Vietnam to help improve prevention and treatment strategies.
HanoiAges 2 months–5 years - NCT07545304Recruiting
Testing MRI scans to help diagnose childhood lung disease
This study tests whether MRI (a safe imaging scan) can help doctors diagnose a specific type of lung disease in children. Your child would have an MRI scan to see if it gives doctors useful information before they do a procedure called a bronchoscopy.
SheffieldAges 5–17 - NCT07490886Recruiting
Ultrasound screening for scoliosis in Hong Kong school children
This trial uses ultrasound instead of X-rays to screen for scoliosis (curved spine) in school children. It aims to find spine curves early while reducing radiation exposure.
Hong Kong, 新界Ages Any age - NCT07431021Recruiting
Kids' health and air pollution study in London
This study looks at how short-term air pollution affects children's breathing and health. It involves students from certain London schools taking part in PE lessons and simple health tests.
LondonAges 7–11 - NCT07384611Recruiting
Predicting difficult airway in children before surgery
This study looks at ways to predict if putting a breathing tube in a child's windpipe during planned surgery will be difficult. It aims to help doctors prepare better and keep children safe.
AnkaraAges 1 day–12 years - NCT07400484Recruiting
N-CAD levels and brain function in children with autism
This study compares levels of a protein called N-CAD and brain function in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) versus typically developing children. It may help researchers understand how the brain works differently in autism.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 3–5 - NCT07411300Recruiting
Support for caregivers after child's mental health ER visit
This study tests a program to help parents or guardians of youth who visited the ER for suicidal thoughts or behaviors. It aims to support caregivers after their child is discharged with a safety plan.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 10–17 - NCT07345312Recruiting
Testing BodySleep algorithm for child sleep apnea diagnosis
This study tests a new computer algorithm (called BodySleep) that analyzes sleep data to help diagnose obstructive sleep apnea in children. It aims to make diagnosis faster and easier for kids who are already scheduled for a sleep study.
Nancy, Grand EstAges 2–18 - NCT07343700Recruiting
Exercise during pregnancy for better health
This study tests if starting a gentle exercise program during pregnancy helps expecting mothers with a higher BMI. It may improve health for both you and your baby.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT07330570Recruiting
Caries risk after dental surgery under general anesthesia
This study looks at how likely children are to get new cavities after they have had dental treatment under general anesthesia for early childhood cavities. It aims to help dentists better understand and prevent future decay.
Aydin, AydınAges 6–16 - NCT07255469Recruiting
Fluid response test in children after heart surgery
This trial tests how well the body responds to a fluid bolus in children who have just had heart surgery. It uses blood gas tests and maybe an ultrasound to guide treatment.
Bron, FranceAges birth–15 years - NCT07212049Enrolling by invitation
Ultrasound to measure magnetic growing rods
This study tests if ultrasound can accurately measure the length of magnetically controlled growing rods used in leg bone lengthening. It may help doctors monitor treatment without extra X-rays.
Orlando, FloridaAges 8–21 - NCT07243652Recruiting
Helping kids recover after bronchiolitis
This study tests a program called I-DECIDE to help children recover after being hospitalized with bronchiolitis. It may help parents manage symptoms and decide when to seek care.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges birth–2 years - NCT07220850Recruiting
Oral health help for caregivers of kids having dental surgery
This trial tests a program to help caregivers improve their child's oral health after dental surgery. It may be a good fit if you care for a child under 8 years old who is getting dental surgery at the University of Illinois at Chicago clinic.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Up to 7 years - NCT07262814RecruitingPhase 2
Testing arpraziquantel for liver fluke in children
This study tests if higher doses of arpraziquantel can safely treat children infected with the liver fluke Opisthorchis viverrini. It aims to find the best dose that clears the infection.
VientianeAges 6–7 - NCT07115134Recruiting
New dressing for feeding tube after placement
This trial tests a new type of dressing (bandage) designed to keep a gastrostomy feeding tube secure after it is placed in the stomach. It may help reduce movement and improve healing for children who have just had this surgery.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 7–21 - NCT07035873Recruiting
Remote check-ups for teens with cochlear implants
This trial tests if teens with Advanced Bionics cochlear implants can do programming and hearing tests from home instead of going to the clinic. It could make follow-up care easier and more convenient.
Columbus, OhioAges 13–20 - NCT06770660Recruiting
Remote exercise for teen fitness
This trial tests whether exercising at home through video calls can improve heart and lung fitness in teenagers aged 12 to 17. It might be a convenient way to stay active if you cannot get to a gym or sports club.
SingaporeAges 12–18 - NCT07747974Recruiting
Therapy for spastic cerebral palsy in children
This study compares two types of hand and arm therapy to help children with spastic cerebral palsy use their affected side better. Children will either practice with the affected hand through special exercises or use mirror therapy, which uses a mirror to create the illusion of movement.
IslamabadAges 5–9 - NCT06440408RecruitingPhase 1
Measuring blood flow in infant lung veins
This study uses special MRI scans to measure blood flow in the veins of the lungs in babies, aiming to help doctors better understand and treat conditions like chronic lung disease or abnormal vein connections.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges Up to 18 years - NCT07746804Recruiting
School program to prevent nearsightedness in children
This study tests a school-based program to help prevent nearsightedness (myopia) in children who are not yet nearsighted but have a higher risk of developing it. It uses a simple, non-invasive method called auricular acupressure, which involves placing small seeds on the ear, to see if it can keep eyes healthy and reduce the chance of needing glasses.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 6–11
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for children?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 3,086 recruiting children studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a children trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a children trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.