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
- NCT06382519Recruiting
Thalidomide for Very Early-Onset IBD in Kids
This study tests whether the drug thalidomide can help children with very early-onset inflammatory bowel disease (VEOIBD) when their symptoms are moderate to severe. It aims to see if thalidomide can calm the inflammation and improve quality of life.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 4 weeks–6 years - NCT06382857Recruiting
Testing a special food for malnutrition recovery in children
This trial tests if a special food made from chickpeas, soy, banana, and peanut can help children with moderate or severe malnutrition recover fully and stay healthy. It is for children who do not need hospital care and can eat the food safely.
MaradiAges 6 months–1.9 years - NCT06383338RecruitingPhase 1
Metabolism Changes in Young People with Lymphoma
This study looks at how your body's metabolism (processing of food and medicine) changes after you start treatment for lymphoma. It uses two safe, commonly used drugs (omeprazole and dextromethorphan) to measure these changes.
Melbourne, VictoriaAges 6–25 - NCT06387446Recruiting
Donated heart valve transplant for children and young adults
This study is testing a new way to replace a damaged heart valve using a donated valve (allograft) that may last longer and work better for children and young adults. It may be a good option if you need a new valve and have few other choices.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 4 weeks–50 years - NCT06389110RecruitingPhase 3
Low-dose atropine drops to slow children's nearsightedness
This study tests whether a very low-dose atropine eye drop (0.01%) can safely slow down worsening nearsightedness in children. It is for kids ages 3 to 12 who are already nearsighted but haven't used other myopia control treatments before.
Mexico CityAges 3–12 - NCT06389474RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new treatment for children with a serious kidney condition
This study tests a new medicine called INM004 in children with STEC-HUS, a serious illness that damages the kidneys and blood cells. It may help speed up recovery and prevent complications.
Bahía Blanca, Buenos AiresAges 9 months–17 years - NCT06389994Recruiting
String test to monitor esophagus health during allergy treatment
This study tests a new way to check for a condition called eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) in children getting oral immunotherapy for food allergies. You swallow a small capsule on a string to collect cells from your esophagus—no endoscopy needed.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 7–17 - NCT06390878Recruiting
Study on natural kindergarten yards
This study looks at how bringing nature back into kindergarten yards might affect children's health. It involves children who attend kindergarten and have not used antibiotics recently.
Helsinki, UusimaaAges 1–5 - NCT06392386RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Efgartigimod for children with generalized myasthenia gravis
This study tests an investigational drug called efgartigimod for children and teens with generalized myasthenia gravis. It may help those who haven't responded well enough to standard treatments.
Charlotte, North CarolinaAges 2–17 - NCT06395636Recruiting
Fitbit to detect infections after children's appendix surgery
This trial uses a Fitbit wearable to see if it can help detect infections early in children recovering from surgery for complicated appendicitis. It aims to improve recovery and catch problems sooner.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 3–18 - NCT06396325Recruiting
Active video game trial for arm strength in kids with SMA
This trial tests whether playing active video games (exergaming) with your arms can help children and teens with spinal muscular atrophy improve their arm strength and function. If you join, you'll play specially designed games for a period of time, and researchers will see if it makes a difference.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 8–18 - NCT06397794Recruiting
Pregnancy and parenting with Lyme disease study
This study explores the experiences of people who had Lyme disease during pregnancy or had ongoing Lyme symptoms throughout their pregnancy. By sharing your story in a recorded interview, you can help doctors and researchers better support parents with Lyme disease.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06398509Recruiting
Preventing obesity in Latino babies at checkups
This study tests a program that helps prevent childhood obesity in low-income Latino families. It takes place during your baby's regular checkups and offers extra support for healthy feeding and growth.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 1 week–2 months - NCT06400043Recruiting
Walking while thinking in kids with coordination disorder
This study looks at how walking and thinking at the same time (dual-tasking) affects children with Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). It may help understand why multitasking can be harder for some kids and lead to better support strategies.
Ghent, East-FlandersAges 7–17 - NCT06405087RecruitingPhase 3
Long-term study of vedolizumab for children with IBD
This study is for children and teenagers with ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease who have already completed a previous vedolizumab study and are doing well. It will look at the long-term safety and effectiveness of continuing vedolizumab treatment.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 2–17 - NCT06406725Recruiting
Detecting vocal cord issues with noninvasive breathing test
This study tests whether a noninvasive breathing support device can detect vocal cord movement problems in children who had heart or airway surgery. It may avoid the need for a scope test.
Queens, New YorkAges 1 day–18 years - NCT06408259RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing ozanimod and fingolimod for children with MS
This study compares two oral medications, ozanimod and fingolimod, to see which one works better and is safer for children and teenagers with relapsing-remitting MS. Both drugs help reduce MS attacks and slow down the disease.
Loma Linda, CaliforniaAges 10–17 - NCT06409260Recruiting
Muscle monitoring in children 6 months to 2 years old
This study tests two devices that measure how well muscle relaxants work in young children during surgery. The goal is to see which device gives more accurate readings, helping doctors use the right dose of relaxant.
CopenhagenAges 6 months–2 years - NCT06410495Recruiting
Digital family sleep program for children with ODD
This study tests a digital program for families to help children with Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) and their parents get better sleep. The program provides tools and support to improve sleep habits for both the child and the parent.
Tampa, FloridaAges 8–17 - NCT06410976Recruiting
Study of hypochondroplasia in children
This study is for children with hypochondroplasia, a condition that causes short stature. It will look at how the condition changes over time and aims to better understand it, with the goal of finding new treatments.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges 2.5 years–16 years - NCT06413368RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Maralixibat for cystic fibrosis constipation
This trial tests a medicine called maralixibat to see if it helps children with cystic fibrosis who have chronic constipation that doesn't improve with standard treatments. The goal is to improve bowel movements and quality of life.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 1–18 - NCT06413927Recruiting
Driver education study for teen learners in Pennsylvania
This study compares different types of driver training for teens who have a learner's permit. It may help you become a safer driver before you get your license.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 16–17 - NCT06417060Recruiting
Comparing pain relief methods for hypospadias surgery
This trial tests two ways to manage pain during and after surgery to fix hypospadias (a condition where the urinary opening is not at the tip of the penis). One method uses a shot of numbing medicine near the tailbone (caudal block) and the other uses local numbing medicine at the surgical site. The study helps find which approach works better for young children.
SkopjeAges 6 months–4 years - NCT06420531Recruiting
Milk and growth in very preterm babies
This study tests whether a special human milk diet helps very preterm babies grow better. It compares two types of human milk fortifiers to see which one leads to healthier growth.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 6 hours–4 days
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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.