Clinical trials
Children clinical trials
Below are recruiting children clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 3,111 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05838235Recruiting
Exercise program for kids with Marfan syndrome
This trial studies an adapted physical activity (exercise) program to support effort rehabilitation in children and teens with Marfan syndrome. It may help safely improve activity and fitness while monitoring heart-related risks.
ToulouseAges 7–17 - NCT05839379Recruiting
Targeted therapy study for children and young adults with brain tumors
This trial studies a targeted medicine approach for high-grade glioma (a fast-growing brain tumor) and some diffuse midline tumors, including DIPG. It may help by matching treatment to tumor biology using tumor testing done before or around starting standard therapy.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 1–39 - NCT05843253RecruitingPhase 2
Ribociclib plus everolimus or temozolomide for certain brain tumors
This Phase 2 study tests ribociclib with either everolimus or temozolomide, depending on the specific brain tumor type. It may help slow tumor growth in children and young adults whose tumor has specific genetic changes and who have had recent standard radiation therapy.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 1–39 - NCT05847426Recruiting
Testing early hearing support using brain scans in babies
This study helps improve early hearing care by using a simple brain scan test (fNIRS) in babies with permanent hearing loss. It compares different early intervention approaches and aims to find better ways to support hearing development early on.
East Melbourne, VictoriaAges 24 years+ - NCT05848310Recruiting
Blood test before surgery to predict biliary atresia outcome
This study looks at a specific pre-surgery blood marker called FGF19 (and related liver blood tests) in children with biliary atresia. The goal is to see whether the blood results before surgery can help predict how well children recover after surgery.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT05848895Recruiting
Osteopathy treatment for infants with positional head shape
This study tests an osteopathic manual therapy plan (hands-on treatment) for babies with positional plagiocephaly, aiming to improve head shape and comfort. It also asks families to attend multiple treatment and measurement visits so researchers can track change over time.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 1 day–4 months - NCT05852392Recruiting
Team-based care visits compared in young children
This study compares a team-based approach versus standard well-child visits to see if it improves preventive care for young children. You likely won’t need to attend visits or take special treatments, because the researchers use existing medical and billing records.
Honolulu, HawaiiAges 9 months–1.3 years - NCT05858437Recruiting
Testing propionic acid to improve immune function in children with kidney failure
This study tests whether propionic acid can help the immune system work differently in children with advanced chronic kidney disease who receive regular dialysis. It may help regulate immune cells, aiming for better immune function while keeping you medically stable.
BerlinAges 12–20 - NCT05867472RecruitingPhase 3
Sedation plan for critically ill children on breathing machines
This Phase 3 trial tests a sedation approach using inhaled (“volatile”) anesthesia gases for children who need a ventilator. It aims to improve comfort and brain-related outcomes while they stay on the breathing machine for at least a day.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 1 month–18 years - NCT05868733RecruitingPhase 2
Lassa fever vaccine study for people in West Africa
This trial tests an investigational vaccine to prevent Lassa fever, a serious illness found in parts of West Africa. People in different age groups will get the vaccine or a placebo and be followed to see if it’s safe and helps the immune system respond.
AccraAges 1.5 years–70 years - NCT05873322Recruiting
Study glucose changes during steroid and asparaginase treatment
This study looks at how blood sugar changes in children and teens receiving treatment for ALL (a leukemia) or lymphoma. It focuses specifically on effects that may be caused by steroids and a medicine called PEG-asparaginase.
Aarhus NAges 1–17 - NCT05879835Recruiting
EDTA lock solution to prevent line blockages in children
This trial tests whether a solution called KiteLock (4% EDTA) put into a special feeding line can help prevent blockages in children who need long-term nutrition through the vein. It may reduce line occlusions (blockages) and the complications they can cause.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 4 weeks–18 years - NCT05889013Recruiting
Nasal swab testing to guide care for kids with breathing issues
This study checks whether special nose tests help doctors choose the best treatments for children with long-term breathing and airway symptoms. It may help your child get more targeted care based on the test results.
Hartford, ConnecticutAges 2 years+ - NCT05889624Recruiting
Study of treatments for childhood migraine headaches
This study looks at ways to help children and teens with migraine headaches by testing a care approach that includes access to evidence-based treatment. It may help if your child has frequent migraine headaches and is starting (or not already on) certain migraine-preventive medicines.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 10–17 - NCT05894772Recruiting
Virtual portal program for youth waiting for chronic pain care
This study tests a virtual “stepped care” portal (a website/app) to help young people manage chronic pain while they’re waiting to start specialized care. It aims to see whether the portal improves support and outcomes during the wait time.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges 12–18 - NCT05895032Recruiting
Exercise program for children with hemophilia A or B
This trial studies whether a structured exercise program helps children with hemophilia A or B safely. It looks at children’s ability to exercise and function, while aiming to avoid complications like leg bleeds or injuries.
Canterbury, KentAges 6–12 - NCT05901558Recruiting
Remote therapy program for toddlers with autism
This trial studies a structured remote (video/at-home) therapy plan for toddlers who have been screened as having autism. It may help improve toddler development and support families with regular follow-up.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 1.3 years–2.5 years - NCT05905523Recruiting
Testing an online program for young kids
This trial checks whether an online program called QAPS can be used with children ages 3 to 7. It may help by making it easier to practice or assess skills in a comfortable, home-friendly way.
Richmond, VirginiaAges 3–7 - NCT05907317RecruitingPhase 3
Protecting the brains of very young newborns on breathing machines
This Phase 3 study tests ways to protect brain health in newborns who are very premature or recently born and need a breathing machine through a tube. It may help reduce the risk of brain injury while they receive intensive care.
MadridAges birth–4 weeks - NCT05910307Recruiting
Registry study for people with synovial sarcoma
This study builds a database and collects tissue/blood samples from people diagnosed with synovial sarcoma. Sharing samples may help researchers better understand the disease and improve future care.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges Any age - NCT05910567Recruiting
Ultrasound test for abdominal injuries in children after blunt trauma
This study looks at how well an abdominal ultrasound test (FAST) works for children who come to the emergency department after a serious blunt injury to the belly or torso. The goal is to help doctors find dangerous internal bleeding or organ injury quickly and safely.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges Up to 17 years - NCT05921422Recruiting
Study of thinking skills in children with cerebral palsy
This study looks at how children’s and teens’ thinking and learning work in everyday school life. It may help researchers better understand strengths and challenges in cerebral palsy to improve support.
CopenhagenAges 11–15 - NCT05923203Recruiting
Testing combined hearing with cochlear implant and hearing aid
This trial studies a “combined” hearing approach that uses a cochlear implant plus low-frequency sound from a hearing aid. It may help people with different hearing profiles (including cochlear-implant users) hear more naturally by testing how well this combined setup works.
Edmond, OklahomaAges 5 years+ - NCT05923632Recruiting
Digital game to help kids manage type 1 diabetes
This study tests whether a model-based digital game can improve blood sugar control, confidence in self-care, and quality of life in children with type 1 diabetes. It may help kids and families by making diabetes management more engaging and easier to stick with.
BoluAges 8–13
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for children?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 3,111 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.