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
- NCT06455930RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Stand-on ride-on cars for children with cerebral palsy
This study tests whether small, ride-on toy cars that let children stand while moving can improve walking and activity in kids with cerebral palsy. It may help with early intervention and building strength.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 4–6 - NCT06456372Recruiting
App for kids with ADHD
This study tests a smartphone app designed to help children with ADHD manage their symptoms. Researchers want to see if using the app can improve focus and daily functioning.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 8–12 - NCT06461923Recruiting
Home walking therapy for children with cerebral palsy
This study tests a home-based walking therapy program using special shoe insoles that track your child's walking patterns. The goal is to see if it helps improve walking in children with cerebral palsy.
Seoul, Seodaemun-guAges 7–18 - NCT06464757Recruiting
Laryngomalacia and breathing in children: before and after treatment study
This trial is for children with laryngomalacia (a floppy voice box) who have noisy breathing and trouble breathing. It will check how they are doing before and after treatment, and follow up for one year to see how their quality of life improves.
OsloAges 1 week–12 months - NCT06465147RecruitingPhase 1
Cell therapy for hard-to-treat lupus (REACT-01)
This trial tests a new type of cell therapy (CAR T-cells) to see if it can stop the immune system from attacking the body in severe lupus. It’s for people ages 2–30 whose lupus is not controlled by other treatments and who are willing to be treated at Seattle Children’s Hospital.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 2–30 - NCT06466317Recruiting
Honey and walking for children with metabolic syndrome
This study tests if adding honey to daily walking can help children with metabolic syndrome feel healthier. It's a simple, low-cost way to see if a natural sweetener plus regular movement can make a difference.
GizaAges 9–12 - NCT06466304Recruiting
Breathing muscle training for children with beta thalassemia major
This study tests whether special breathing exercises can help children with beta thalassemia major. It aims to strengthen the muscles used for breathing, which may improve overall health.
GizaAges 8–12 - NCT06466876Recruiting
Word learning study for autistic children who speak
This study tests a special way of teaching new words to autistic children ages 4 to 10 who already speak in simple sentences. The goal is to find out if a retrieval-based practice method helps them learn and remember words better.
Baton Rouge, LouisianaAges 4–10 - NCT06471348Recruiting
Pain control after scoliosis surgery: comparing two numbing medicines
This study compares two types of numbing medicine used during scoliosis surgery to see which provides better pain relief after the operation. One is a long-acting version (liposomal bupivacaine) and the other is a standard short-acting mix (bupivacaine with epinephrine). If you are a teen having surgery for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, this trial may help find a way to reduce pain and possibly lessen the need for opioids afterward.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 10–17 - NCT06472115Recruiting
Parent-led therapy for autistic children who need routines
This study tests a program where parents help their autistic children who really struggle with changes in routines (insistence on sameness). It aims to reduce the need for family members to constantly adjust to these behaviors.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 6–11 - NCT06474546Recruiting
Diet intervention feasibility study for juvenile arthritis
This trial tests whether a special diet can help children and teens with juvenile arthritis. If you join, you will follow the diet and provide stool samples so the researchers can see how it affects your gut and arthritis.
Winnipeg, ManitobaAges 8–18 - NCT06475976Recruiting
Identifying lung types in severe BPD in preemies
This study looks at babies born very early who have severe lung disease (grade 3 BPD) and still need a breathing machine. Researchers will use tests to understand their lung problems better, which may help guide their care.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 1 month–1 year - NCT06476951Recruiting
Parent-child activity program for kids with cancer
This study tests a parent-child activity program to see if it helps children with cancer stay active during treatment. It may support both you and your child in staying healthy and connected.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 6–14 - NCT06479616Recruiting
Long-term follow-up for CS-101 recipients
This study checks on participants who previously received the experimental treatment CS-101. It aims to track their health over time to see how safe and effective the treatment is in the long run.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 3–17 - NCT06481644Recruiting
Study of kids in Asian pediatric ICUs
This study looks at children admitted to pediatric intensive care units (ICUs) in Asia to understand their health patterns and outcomes. It may help improve care for future patients.
SingaporeAges Any age - NCT06856057Recruiting
Support for caregivers and kids after injury
This study helps parents and young children cope with stress after a hospital stay for an injury. It tests a program to improve mental health for both caregivers and kids.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06532474Recruiting
Muscle function study in SMA patients on SMN therapies
This study looks at how muscles work in children and young adults with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) who are taking or starting SMN-directed therapies (like Evrysdi, Spinraza, or Zolgensma). It aims to understand the body's response to these treatments, which could help improve future care.
Memphis, TennesseeAges 5–20 - NCT05419492RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
ETX101 for children with SCN1A Dravet syndrome
This early-phase study tests how safe ETX101 is and whether it can help reduce seizures in young children with Dravet syndrome caused by an SCN1A gene change. It mainly enrolls infants and children with a specific type of seizure history and genetic result.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 6 months–17 years - NCT05748171RecruitingPhase 2
Testing inotuzumab for children with early ALL relapse
This Phase 2 study tests inotuzumab ozogamicin (InO), a cancer medicine, in children aged 1 to under 18 with a first relapse of ALL. It aims to find out how well and safely the medicine works when the leukemia comes back early.
ViennaAges 1–17 - NCT07692061Enrolling by invitation
Speech therapy study for Cantonese-speaking kids with cleft palate
This study tests a new speech therapy program for children and teens (ages 4–17) who had cleft palate repair before age 2 and have certain speech sound errors. It aims to improve their speech clarity and communication.
Shatin, New TerritoriesAges 4–17 - NCT06987539RecruitingPhase 2
Inebilizumab for children with generalized myasthenia gravis
This study tests if an investigational drug called inebilizumab is safe and helpful for children with generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG). It is for children ages 2 to 17 who have certain antibodies or typical symptoms of gMG and are already on stable treatment.
Austin, TexasAges 2–17 - NCT06486597Recruiting
Metabolism study in children with cerebral palsy
This study looks at how the body uses energy in children with cerebral palsy who have low muscle mass. It compares them to healthy children to understand metabolism better.
Copenhagen, Copenhagen ØAges 2–18 - NCT06489353Recruiting
Watching video or blowing pinwheel for kids during IV
This study tests whether watching a video or blowing a paper pinwheel helps children feel more comfortable during an IV or blood draw. It is for children ages 3 to 6 who are in the hospital and do not have certain health conditions.
TaichungAges 3–6 - NCT06491602Recruiting
Lupus nephritis in children at Sohag Hospital
This study looks at children with lupus nephritis (a kidney problem caused by lupus) to understand what factors affect their disease and outcomes. It may help doctors better treat kids with this condition.
SohagAges 1 month–18 years
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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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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.