Clinical trials
Children clinical trials
Below are recruiting children clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 2,989 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07486388Recruiting
Strength and fatigue during daily arm and hand tasks in children
This study looks at how strong children's arms and hands are and how quickly they get tired during everyday activities. It helps doctors understand normal development in typically developing children.
Diepenbeek, LimburgAges 7–18 - NCT07483333Recruiting
Comparing two group therapies for kids with medical conditions and trauma
This study compares two types of group therapy for youth ages 8–18 who have a chronic medical condition and trauma-related distress. The goal is to see which type of group helps kids feel better and handle their health challenges.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 8–18 - NCT06692868Recruiting
Fertility protection for young cancer patients
This trial offers fertility preservation options for children, teens, and young adults diagnosed with cancer or undergoing stem cell transplant before age 21, to help protect their ability to have biological children in the future.
Ulm, Baden-WurttembergAges Any age - NCT06779396RecruitingPhase 4
Scalp injection to reduce pain after brain surgery in children
This trial tests if injecting a mix of two medicines (triamcinolone and ropivacaine) into the scalp before brain surgery can lower pain in children afterward. It compares this to standard care to see if it helps kids recover more comfortably.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 2–12 - NCT06096272Recruiting
Using augmented reality to help kids with cerebral palsy be more active
This trial tests if using an augmented reality game on a tablet can help children with cerebral palsy walk and move more each day. It could be an option if your child can walk on their own and doesn't have upcoming leg surgery.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 5–18 - NCT06783101Recruiting
Smart Inhaler for Teens with Intellectual Disabilities and Asthma
This study tests a 'smart' inhaler that tracks when and how your child uses their asthma medicine. The goal is to help teens with intellectual or developmental disabilities manage asthma better at home.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 10–17 - NCT03426579Recruiting
Testing sedation monitoring during anesthesia for children’s throat surgery
This trial looks at whether a monitoring method for how deeply a child is sedated matches how the child’s reflexes react during intravenous anesthesia. It may help anesthesiologists keep children safer and more comfortable during direct laryngoscopy procedures using medications like dexmedetomidine and remifentanil.
Edegem, AntwerpAges 1 month–8 years - NCT07468006Recruiting
Comparing carbon dioxide measurements in critically ill children
This trial tests if a sticker on the skin can accurately measure carbon dioxide levels in the blood, reducing the need for needle sticks in children in the intensive care unit.
BrnoAges 1–18 - NCT07458009Recruiting
Parenting program for young children's healthy habits
This study tests an online program for parents to help improve their preschool child's health behaviors like eating and physical activity. If you join, you'll take part in a 4-week program and fill out surveys.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT07455994Recruiting
Autonomic nervous system changes in children with type 1 diabetes
This study looks at how the autonomic nervous system (which controls automatic functions like heart rate) works in children with type 1 diabetes compared to children without diabetes. It may help understand if diabetes affects these automatic functions.
Saint-EtienneAges 1–17 - NCT05637320Recruiting
Therapy study for children’s big emotions and mood
This study looks at how children’s emotions change during therapy for concerns like anxiety, depression, or disruptive behavior. It may help you and your child understand what kinds of therapy support might work best.
Guelph, OntarioAges 8–15 - NCT07441668Recruiting
Comfort care for children in the ICU
This study tests a simple, non-drug comfort method for children in the pediatric ICU. It aims to see if this approach helps kids feel better without using medicines.
Ordu, AltınorduAges 5–10 - NCT07432789Recruiting
Testing a motion app for children with cerebral palsy
This study tests a smartphone app that measures how children with cerebral palsy move. It aims to see if the app can accurately track motor abilities, which could help doctors and families monitor progress more easily.
DijonAges 6–18 - NCT07429344Recruiting
Ultrasound test to spot elbow fractures in kids 5-15
This trial checks if a simple bedside ultrasound can safely rule out fractures in children and teens who hurt their elbow. It aims to reduce unnecessary X-rays and stress for young patients and their families.
AmbergAges 5–15 - NCT07419243RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Tolerance in milk and egg allergy in children
This study watches how milk and egg allergies change naturally over time or after oral immunotherapy (OIT) in children. It helps researchers understand how the immune system adapts, aiming to improve treatment for food allergies.
Madrid, MadridAges 4–17 - NCT07424157Recruiting
Long-term gene therapy follow-up study
This study follows patients who received gene therapy at Seattle Children's Hospital to check on their health and safety over time. It helps doctors understand how well the treatment works in the long run.
Seattle, WashingtonAges Any age - NCT07421830Recruiting
Parent training to boost physical activity in kids with autism
This trial tests a program that teaches parents how to help their preschool-aged child with autism be more physically active. If you have a child with autism between ages 3 and 6, this program might give you practical tools to support their movement and play.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07419503Enrolling by invitation
Healthy lifestyle program for overweight children
This study evaluates a healthy lifestyle program for children ages 4 to 12 who are overweight. It looks at how well the program works and gathers feedback from children, parents, and program providers.
Rotterdam, South HollandAges 4–12 - NCT04534296Recruiting
Early mobilization for breathing muscles in critically ill children
This study looks at whether starting movement early in the first day of breathing support can help keep the diaphragm (a key breathing muscle) working better in critically ill children. The researchers will check diaphragm thickness using ultrasound and compare it to usual care.
ShanghaiAges 6 months–12 years - NCT07412002Recruiting
End-of-life care quality for children with cancer
This trial asks bereaved parents about the quality of care their child received in the last month of life. It aims to improve how hospitals support families when a child with cancer is dying.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07414693RecruitingPhase 4
Vitamin C for kids with severe pneumonia
This trial tests if giving vitamin C to children hospitalized with severe pneumonia can help them get better faster and leave the hospital sooner. It may be an option for children who have had pneumonia symptoms for 48 hours or less.
Multan Khurd, Punjab ProvinceAges 2 months–4.9 years - NCT07412769Recruiting
Asthma attack management study for ages 6 to 17
This study looks at how asthma attacks are managed in children and teens ages 6 to 17 who come to the emergency department. It aims to improve treatment for acute asthma flare-ups.
Ferrara, FEAges 6–17 - NCT07414251Recruiting
Preparing children for heart procedures
This study looks at how children prepare for heart surgery or a heart catheterization. It will ask families to fill out questionnaires to help improve preoperative care.
Berlin, State of BerlinAges Up to 18 years - NCT02959086Recruiting
Study of cancer in Shanghai children and teens
This is an observational study that looks at children and teens (up to age 19) diagnosed with cancer in Shanghai. It aims to understand cancer patterns over time, which can help improve future care.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges birth–19 years
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for children?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 2,989 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.