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
- NCT06245993Recruiting
Leg shape after thigh-bone fracture in young children treated with traction
This study looks at how children's legs heal after a thigh bone break that was treated with gentle skin traction. It helps doctors understand if any lasting shape changes happen, and why that matters for your child's future growth.
AmiensAges Up to 6 years - NCT06247787RecruitingPhase 1
Imetelstat plus chemo for relapsed leukemia in kids
This trial tests a new drug called imetelstat combined with two chemotherapy drugs (fludarabine and cytarabine) for children and teens with acute myeloid leukemia (AML), myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), or juvenile myelomonocytic leukemia (JMML) that has come back or not responded to treatment. The goal is to find the safest dose of imetelstat and see if it helps control the cancer.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 1–18 - NCT06250816Recruiting
Cartoon gowns to reduce anxiety in children before surgery
This study tests if letting children wear an operation gown with cartoon characters instead of a plain gown helps them feel less anxious before surgery. If your child needs orthopedic surgery, this might make the experience more comfortable.
BursaAges 4–12 - NCT06253715RecruitingPhase 3
Shorter TB treatment for children
This trial tests a shorter treatment for children with tuberculosis (TB) that is not drug-resistant. It aims to find out if a shorter regimen works as well as the standard longer one, making treatment easier for children and their families.
ChennaiAges birth–9 years - NCT06254768Recruiting
Continuous glucose monitors for kids with obesity
This study tests if using a continuous glucose monitor (CGM), a small device that tracks blood sugar, can help children and teens with obesity understand their body better and improve their health.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 10–21 - NCT06258837Recruiting
Personalized surgery for sleep apnea in children with small tonsils
This study tests a personalized surgical approach for children with moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea who have small tonsils. The goal is to see if tailored surgery improves their breathing during sleep and overall health.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 2–17 - NCT06258941RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Classroom exercise breaks and children's thinking skills
This study tests whether short exercise breaks in the classroom can improve how children think and stay fit. Children will do simple physical activities during the school day, and researchers will measure changes in attention, memory, and physical fitness.
Royal Center, IndianaAges 8–12 - NCT06259006RecruitingPhase 3
Early Dexamethasone for Sydenham's Chorea in Children
This trial tests whether a short course of dexamethasone (a steroid tablet) can help children with Sydenham's chorea (movement tics after a strep infection) recover faster. The goal is to see if early treatment improves symptoms and reduces side effects compared to other treatments.
Darwin, Northern TerritoriesAges 4–17 - NCT06259513Recruiting
Skipping armpit surgery for breast cancer patients
This trial tests whether it's safe to skip armpit surgery in older women with small, low-risk breast cancers. If you qualify, you would have a mastectomy without removing lymph nodes from your armpit.
SingaporeAges 21–80 - NCT06260345Recruiting
Children with severe bacterial infections in intensive care
This trial looks at how children with severe bacterial infections that start outside the hospital are treated in the pediatric intensive care unit. It helps doctors learn more about these infections to improve care for kids.
CréteilAges Up to 18 years - NCT06264700Recruiting
Helping patients take hydroxyurea as prescribed
This study tests whether video directly observed therapy (a caregiver or adolescent records themselves taking the medication) improves how consistently hydroxyurea is taken. It is for children with sickle cell disease (ages 1-10) or adolescents/young adults (ages 11-25) who have been prescribed hydroxyurea for at least 6 months.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 11 years+ - NCT06267859RecruitingEarly Phase 1
New treatments for frequently ill children
This study tests new ways to help children who get sick often (frequently ill children) feel better and avoid common illnesses. It focuses on children who do not have severe chronic diseases.
Tashkent, Yunus-obad DistrictAges 3 days–15 years - NCT06268964RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Trimebutine vs probiotics for kids with belly pain
This study compares two treatments—trimebutine and probiotics—to see which works better for children with recurring stomach pain that has no clear medical cause. It aims to find a safe and effective option for kids aged 4 to 18.
ColimaAges 4–18 - NCT06270550Recruiting
Movement therapy for children with spastic diplegia
This study tests a movement therapy called Dynamic Movement Intervention to help children with spastic diplegia (a type of cerebral palsy) improve their walking and balance. It may be a good fit if your child is between 4 and 7, can walk short distances, and has mild muscle tightness.
CairoAges 4–7 - NCT06271174RecruitingPhase 3
Preventing long-term pain after child surgery
This study tests whether a pain block (medicine injected near nerves) can prevent long-term pain after a child's bone or joint surgery. It aims to help children have less pain months later.
NantesAges 5 years–15.3 years - NCT06273748Recruiting
Study on chronic eye inflammation in children
This study looks at children with long-term eye inflammation that is not caused by an infection. It aims to learn more about the condition and how to better help patients.
Kansas City, KansasAges 1–16 - NCT06275022Recruiting
Using ICG dye to guide treatment of facial birthmarks
This study tests whether a special dye called ICG can help doctors treat a type of facial birthmark called capillary lymphatic malformation (cLM) more effectively. It may help by showing the birthmark more clearly during treatment.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 4 weeks–16 years - NCT06276426Recruiting
Plants study for kids aged 8 to 11
This study tests how eating plants may help children grow and develop. It looks for children who are healthy, have no food allergies, and usually eat little or no soy.
Urbana, IllinoisAges 8–11 - NCT06277063Recruiting
Nerve-stimulation device for headache in children and young adults
This trial tests if a gentle nerve-stimulating device worn on the neck (called nVNS) can prevent and treat common headaches like migraine, cluster, and tension-type headaches in children and young adults. If you often get headaches and want a drug-free option, this might help.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 7–20 - NCT06277778Recruiting
Music and Taekwondo training for autistic children
This study tests whether combining music with Taekwondo training can help children with autism spectrum disorder. It aims to see if this fun activity improves their social skills and overall well-being.
Hong KongAges 7–9 - NCT06278428Recruiting
Epilepsy in Infants: Genes and Disease Course
This study looks at children with severe epilepsy that starts before age 2. It aims to understand how different gene changes affect the disease and how it progresses over time.
Ho Chi Minh CityAges Up to 1.9 years - NCT06278961Recruiting
Filming Baby Movements at Home
This study will record your baby's natural movements using a home video taken on your smartphone. It aims to learn how babies learn to move, whether they are healthy or have certain medical conditions.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 2 months–5 months - NCT06280872Recruiting
Cord clamping study for moderate and late preterm babies
This trial studies a different way of clamping the umbilical cord after birth to see if it helps moderately preterm babies (born between 32 and 37 weeks). It may improve their health right after delivery.
BrusselsAges 7 months–8 months - NCT06282848Recruiting
Myopia treatments for children ages 7 to 9
This study compares different ways to slow down nearsightedness (myopia) in children, including eyedrops and other treatments. It is designed for kids whose vision is getting worse and who are willing to join for 2 years.
Hong KongAges 7–9
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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.
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