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
- 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 - NCT06855108RecruitingPhase 3
Caffeine for newborn brain injury after oxygen loss
This trial tests if giving caffeine to newborns who had low oxygen at birth can help protect their brains. It compares caffeine plus standard care to placebo plus standard care for moderate to severe hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy (HIE).
SaidpurAges Up to 6 hours - NCT06855160RecruitingPhase 3
Chickenpox & MMR Vaccine Study for Healthy Toddlers
This study tests a new chickenpox vaccine combined with a standard MMR vaccine (measles, mumps, rubella) in healthy children aged 12-15 months. The goal is to see how well the vaccines work and how safe they are when given as a shot in the arm.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 1 year–1.3 years - 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+ - NCT06847750Enrolling by invitation
Ultrasound in Children with Localized Scleroderma (Morphea)
This study uses a special ultrasound (elastography) to measure how stiff or thick your skin patches are over time. It helps doctors understand morphea better and see if treatment is working, with no extra needles or radiation.
Toronto, OntarioAges Up to 18 years - NCT06848478Recruiting
Exercise and diet program for teens with obesity
This study tests whether a structured exercise and healthy eating program can improve heart health in teenagers who have obesity. The program includes supervised workouts and fruit/vegetable smoothies, and it is designed to help teens build healthier habits.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 12–17 - NCT06847165Recruiting
Trigeminal nerve stimulation for kids with prenatal alcohol exposure
This study tests a gentle, non-invasive nerve stimulation device to see if it can improve attention and behavior in children aged 8-12 who were exposed to alcohol before birth and have ADHD. If it helps, it could offer a new way to manage symptoms without medication.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 8–12 - NCT06854562Recruiting
Therapeutic robots to reduce stress for kids in the ICU
This study tests whether friendly robots can help children aged 8 to 18 feel less stressed while they are in the intensive care unit (ICU). If your child is awake, able to respond, and speaks Mandarin or Taiwanese, they may be able to participate.
Taipei, Beitou DistrictAges 8–18 - NCT06851715Recruiting
Improving quality of life for teens with asthma
This study tests a program to help teenagers with asthma feel better and have fewer symptoms. It focuses on improving day-to-day quality of life by providing extra support in a respiratory clinic.
Southampton, HampshireAges 12–18 - NCT06857539Recruiting
Assessing thinking and movement in high-risk infants
This study looks at how high-risk infants (especially those born early or with brain concerns) develop their thinking and movement skills over time, comparing them to healthy babies. The goal is to better understand and support their development.
CorkAges birth–4 months - NCT06847269RecruitingPhase 2
CAR T cell therapy for children and young adults with CD19+ leukemia
This trial tests an immunotherapy called CAR T cells for leukemia that has come back or is hard to treat. It aims to use your own immune cells to fight the cancer.
Memphis, TennesseeAges Up to 21 years - NCT06852027Enrolling by invitation
Dietary practices for children with autism aged 3-10
This trial tests two special diets (gluten-free casein-free and Feingold) for children with autism who have tummy troubles or other symptoms. It aims to see if changing what they eat can help.
AydinAges 3–10 - 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 - NCT06618027Recruiting
Mindfulness program for teens with type 1 diabetes and mood concerns
This trial tests a mindfulness program designed to help teens with type 1 diabetes who are also dealing with feelings of depression or anxiety. The goal is to see if this program can improve their mood and overall well-being.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 13–17 - NCT06753214Recruiting
Telemedicine training for caregivers to improve child asthma control
This trial tests if teaching caregivers about asthma care through telemedicine can help children with uncontrolled asthma feel better. It is designed for children whose asthma is not well-controlled and who are already being treated at a hospital clinic.
Can ThoAges 4–16 - NCT05709132Recruiting
Peer mentorship program for teens living with heart failure
This program matches teens (ages 12–17) with a trained young adult mentor to exchange supportive check-ins by text or phone over about 15 weeks. It aims to help teen patients better manage their heart condition and feel supported through their care.
Toronto, OntarioAges 12–30 - NCT05382962Recruiting
Using an app to help teens cope with post-surgery pain
This trial tests whether a phone app (iCanCope) can help teens better manage pain after surgery for scoliosis or certain chest conditions (pectus carinatum/excavatum). If you’re having one of these surgeries soon, the app may help with coping and day-to-day comfort after the operation.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 12–18 - NCT06843226Recruiting
Dengue vaccine study for children and teens
This study tests if a dengue vaccine (TDV) can reduce hospital stays for dengue. It follows children and teens in areas where dengue vaccination is planned.
Banjarmasin, South KalimantanAges 6–12 - NCT06842355RecruitingPhase 2
TYRA-300 for children with achondroplasia (BEACH301)
This study tests an experimental oral medication (TYRA-300) for children with achondroplasia, a common form of dwarfism. The goal is to see if it can safely improve growth in children whose growth plates are still open.
Torrance, CaliforniaAges 3–10 - NCT06843330Recruiting
Lactate meter accuracy for children with GSD type Ia
This trial tests whether a simple finger-stick lactate meter gives accurate results for children and adults with a specific type of glycogen storage disease (GSD Ia). It aims to find a faster, easier way to monitor health during emergency visits or hospital stays.
Hartford, ConnecticutAges birth–60 years - NCT06839976RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CART19 cell therapy for lupus
This trial tests a treatment called CART19, where your own immune cells are modified in a lab to target and destroy faulty B cells that cause lupus inflammation. It's for young people with active lupus that hasn't improved with standard treatments.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 10–29 - NCT06842576Recruiting
Video to help teens get ready for adult healthcare
This study is testing a short video to help teens prepare for moving from pediatric to adult healthcare. It aims to see if the video makes teens feel more ready for this transition.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 12–17 - NCT06838962RecruitingPhase 2
Study of anti-CD38 antibody for children with chronic ITP
This trial tests a new antibody treatment (anti-CD38) for children ages 6 to 18 who have had low platelets for at least 3 months and did not improve with steroids. The goal is to see if this treatment can safely raise platelet counts.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 6–18 - NCT06839456RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Stem cell addback to prevent infections after transplant
This trial tests whether adding back certain immune cells after a stem cell transplant can help prevent serious viral or fungal infections. It's for children and young adults up to age 25 who need a transplant for a blood cancer or other curable disease.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 1 month–25 years
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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.
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.