Clinical trials
Children clinical trials
Below are recruiting children clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 2,993 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06434701Recruiting
Severe COVID-19 in children in emergency rooms
This trial is studying children who are very sick from COVID-19 or have a related condition called MIS-C. It aims to understand how severe COVID-19 affects children and improve care.
AfulaAges birth–16 years - NCT07297979RecruitingPhase 1
Xaluritamig for relapsed or refractory Ewing sarcoma
This trial is testing a new drug called xaluritamig for children, teens, and adults with Ewing sarcoma that has come back or is not responding to treatment. The goal is to see if this drug can shrink the cancer or stop it from growing.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 2 years+ - NCT07298421RecruitingPhase 3
Testing afimkibart for children with Crohn's disease
This trial tests a medicine called afimkibart for children with moderately to severely active Crohn's disease. It aims to see how well the drug works and how safe it is when used for both starting and ongoing treatment.
New York, New YorkAges 2–17 - NCT07300644RecruitingPhase 2
Pneumococcal vaccine trial for infants and children up to 5 years
This trial tests a new pneumococcal vaccine (PCV24) in healthy infants and children. It aims to protect against serious infections like pneumonia and meningitis caused by pneumococcal bacteria.
Huanggang, HubeiAges 1 month–5 years - NCT07298447RecruitingPhase 3
Donidalorsen for children with hereditary angioedema
This study tests a new medicine, donidalorsen, to prevent swelling attacks in children ages 2 to 11 with hereditary angioedema (HAE). If your child has HAE type 1 or 2, this trial may help find a treatment option.
Santa Monica, CaliforniaAges 2–11 - NCT07301463Recruiting
Study of a new drug for children with achondroplasia
This trial tests a new medicine for children with achondroplasia (a common form of dwarfism). It aims to see if the drug can improve growth. The study is for children aged 2.5 to under 11 years old who have not started puberty and can walk without help.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 2.5 years–11 years - NCT07300267RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a new pneumococcal vaccine for infants and toddlers
This trial tests a new vaccine called V118C to protect children against pneumococcal disease. It is for two age groups: toddlers aged 12-15 months who already had 3 doses of a standard pneumococcal vaccine, and babies about 2 months old who have not had any pneumococcal vaccine yet.
Madera, CaliforniaAges 2 months–1.3 years - NCT06808425Recruiting
Weighted blankets for children with ADHD and sleep issues
This trial tests if weighted blankets help children with ADHD who have trouble sleeping. It looks at how well the blankets work and how easily they can be used in regular care.
Halmstad, Halland CountyAges 6–14 - NCT07300449RecruitingPhase 2
Predicting chemo response in children with hepatoblastoma
This trial tests a new way to see if chemotherapy will work for children with hepatoblastoma, a type of liver cancer. It uses a blood test (ctDNA 5hmc) to help predict treatment success and monitor if the cancer comes back.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges Up to 18 years - NCT07297784Enrolling by invitation
Screen time and pain after tonsil removal in children
This study looks at whether children who use a lot of screens (like tablets, phones, or TV) feel more or less pain after tonsil surgery. It could help parents understand how media use affects recovery.
Tokat Province, Tokat ProvinceAges 4–11 - NCT07303569Recruiting
Preventing pressure injuries in children and young people
This study looks at how to prevent pressure injuries (also called bedsores) in children and young people ages 0-19 who are in the hospital. It focuses on children with darker skin tones, because pressure injuries can be harder to spot on darker skin.
NottinghamAges Any age - NCT07297966RecruitingPhase 2
Probiotics for recurrent respiratory infections in children
This trial tests if a daily probiotic can help young children who get frequent respiratory infections like colds and coughs. It aims to see if the probiotic reduces how often infections happen.
Xingyi, GuangdongAges 1 day–6 years - NCT07305116RecruitingPhase 1
CAR T-cell therapy for autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new immune therapy called CAR T-cells that target two proteins (CD19 and BCMA) to treat autoimmune diseases like lupus, nephrotic syndrome, and others. It is for people whose standard treatments have not worked well enough.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 3 years+ - NCT07299006Recruiting
Study of a robot to help manage pain during IV placement in children
This trial tests whether a friendly robot named Paro can help reduce pain and anxiety in young children when they need an IV placed. If your child is between 1 and 7 years old and needs an IV, this study may help make the procedure less stressful.
BrestAges 1–7 - NCT07303738RecruitingPhase 4
Testing bile-lowering foods for kids with feeding tubes
This trial tests if certain foods can lower bile acid levels in the upper part of the stomach for children who get most nutrition through a feeding tube. It may help understand and manage reflux symptoms related to bile.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 5–21 - NCT07300865Recruiting
Does gastrostomy tube thickness affect complications in children?
This trial compares two different thicknesses of gastrostomy tubes to see if one causes fewer problems. If your child is scheduled for a laparoscopic gastrostomy at Uppsala Akademiska University Hospital, this study may help decide which tube size is best.
UppsalaAges Up to 15 years - NCT07302295Recruiting
How COVID-19 affected suicidal behavior in kids
This study looks at how the COVID-19 pandemic affected suicidal behavior in children and teens. Researchers want to compare episodes that happened during the pandemic (2020-2022) with those just before (2018-2019) to understand if there was a change.
BronAges 8–18 - NCT06876948Recruiting
Long COVID brain effects in children
This study looks at brain and nerve problems in children and teens who had COVID-19. It uses brain scans and other tests to understand long-lasting symptoms like headaches, tiredness, memory issues, or dizziness.
Pisa, PIAges 6–16 - NCT07292961Recruiting
Exercise program for people with scleroderma
This study tests if a special exercise program based on your body and mind can help people with scleroderma feel better. It is for both children (ages 7-18) and adults.
Ankara, AltındağAges 7 years+ - NCT07289620Recruiting
Nerve block boosters for kids' leg surgery
This study tests whether adding dexamethasone, dexmedetomidine, or both to a numbing shot (nerve block) provides better pain relief after leg surgery in children. The goal is to find which combination works best to keep your child comfortable with fewer side effects.
PoznanAges 3–12 - NCT07291310Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality therapy for children with brachial plexus injury
This trial tests if playing virtual reality games while doing dual tasks can help the brain rewire and improve arm function in children with a brachial plexus injury. It could offer a fun and engaging new approach to rehabilitation.
Istanbul, CevizlibağAges 7–14 - NCT07291258Recruiting
Long-term health study of children born to transplant mothers
This study follows children born to mothers who had a solid organ transplant (like kidney, liver, or heart) to learn about their long-term health. It may help doctors understand how to better care for these families.
Groningen, Provincie GroningenAges Any age - NCT05965830Recruiting
Diaphragm testing in babies using ultrasound or a breathing-recording test
This study compares two ways to measure how well a baby’s diaphragm (main breathing muscle) works in babies and children who need breathing support. It may help doctors choose the best test to guide safe breathing changes, like when to remove the breathing tube or support.
LeidenAges birth–1 year - NCT06298136Recruiting
Online mindfulness for parents of kids with ADHD
This online study tests a mindfulness program for parents of children with ADHD. The goal is to see if it helps parents and children manage ADHD symptoms, focusing on families who speak Cantonese.
Hong KongAges Any age
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for children?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 2,993 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.
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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.