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
- NCT06584864Recruiting
Ultrasound for better lumbar puncture in children
This study tests whether using a bedside ultrasound (a quick, painless scan) helps doctors perform a lumbar puncture (spinal tap) more easily and safely in children. It may help children who need this procedure.
WarsawAges Up to 18 years - NCT06749054RecruitingPhase 2
Long-acting HIV treatment for teens and children with drug resistance
This trial tests a long-acting injection called lenacapavir for children and teens with HIV who have tried other treatments and still have detectable virus. It may be an option if current medicines aren't working well enough.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges Up to 17 years - NCT06740630RecruitingPhase 3
A chickenpox vaccine study for healthy toddlers 12 to 15 months old
This study tests an experimental chickenpox vaccine to see how well it works and if it's safe. Your child may be able to join if they are healthy and between 12 and 15 months old.
Mobile, AlabamaAges 1 year–1.3 years - NCT06747910Recruiting
Remote test for nerve problems after childhood cancer
This study tests if a remote, at-home approach can identify problems with the autonomic nervous system (the part that controls heart rate, blood pressure, and digestion) in adult survivors of childhood leukemia or lymphoma. If you join, you will complete a set of simple tasks (the Ewing battery) from home to see how your body responds.
Memphis, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT06745570Recruiting
Sleep, decision-making, and eating habits study for teens with obesity
This study tests whether improving sleep and decision-making skills helps teenagers with obesity make healthier eating choices. It involves both teens and their parents or guardians.
Wilmington, DelawareAges 14–18 - NCT06746077Enrolling by invitation
Lung disease study in children: new ways to understand infections
This study explores how the immune system and lung microbes affect children with lung disease. It uses extra fluid collected during a standard lung exam to look for new treatment targets.
Aarhus NAges birth–17 years - NCT06742060Recruiting
Copeptin levels after brain surgery in children
This study follows children after brain surgery to see how a substance called copeptin (a marker in the blood) changes and whether it can help doctors spot a condition that causes too much thirst and urination (diabetes insipidus) early. It may lead to better care for children in the ICU.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 4 weeks–18 years - NCT06733584Recruiting
Helping Young Hispanic Autistic Children
This study offers support and services for young Hispanic children (18–42 months old) from low-income families who have or may have autism. It aims to help your child's development and connect your family with resources.
Lawrence, KansasAges 1.5 years–3.5 years - NCT06737406Recruiting
Cream combo for children's hand and foot warts
This trial tests a cream combination of 5-fluorouracil and calcipotriol for children with warts on their hands or feet. It may offer a more effective treatment option for stubborn warts.
Sari, MazandaranAges 4–18 - NCT06737718Recruiting
Eye tracking study for children with Angelman syndrome
This trial uses eye tracking to understand how children with Angelman syndrome perceive social cues. Participation helps researchers learn more about social perception for future treatments.
ParisAges 3–17 - 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 - NCT06723392RecruitingPhase 3
Treating bladder bacteria in pregnancy to prevent infections
This trial tests if a common antibiotic can safely treat bacteria in the urine of pregnant women who have no symptoms, to see if it prevents later infections. It focuses on women in low- and middle-income countries.
Dhaka, BangladeshAges 18–49 - NCT05994690RecruitingPhase 3
Newly diagnosed pediatric AML trial with extra treatment options
This trial studies different treatment plans for children and teens newly diagnosed with AML (a type of blood cancer). Depending on the child's tumor markers and risk group, they may be offered an extra drug (quizartinib) or a targeted antibody (Mylotarg) to see if it improves outcomes.
Utrecht, UtrechtAges 1 day–18 years - NCT06719102Recruiting
Support for mothers and caregivers with new babies
This study looks at how mothers and other caregivers can help their babies grow and thrive. You and your baby would be videotaped during some play and feeding sessions to understand your interactions better.
Austin, TexasAges birth–90 years - NCT06722378Recruiting
Helping families read hospital notes for kids
This trial tests whether letting parents read the doctor's notes about their child during a hospital stay helps them feel more involved and reduces anxiety. It's for parents of children under 12 on general pediatric floors.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06721923Recruiting
Comparing protein delivery methods in critically ill children
This study looks at whether giving protein continuously or all at once is better for children in intensive care. The goal is to find the most effective way to support recovery.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 1–11 - NCT06720272Recruiting
School program to prevent rheumatic heart disease
This study tests whether a program in schools can help prevent rheumatic heart disease in children. If your child is between 5 and 16 years old and attends a participating school, they may be able to join.
KathmanduAges 5–16 - NCT06719622Enrolling by invitationPhase 2/Phase 3
Budesonide for Crohn's in the upper gut
This trial tests a budesonide liquid that targets inflammation in the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum (upper digestive tract) in children with Crohn's disease. It aims to see if this treatment can reduce inflammation in those areas without strong side effects.
KrakowAges 6–18 - NCT06721455Recruiting
Blood Management Study for Pediatric Heart Surgery
This study looks at how managing blood products during heart surgery with a heart-lung machine affects the risk of red blood cell breakdown in children. The goal is to find safer ways to handle blood during these procedures.
Boston, MassachusettsAges birth–17 years - NCT06262438RecruitingPhase 2
Quizartinib plus chemo for children with FLT3-ITD AML
This study adds a targeted drug called quizartinib to standard chemotherapy for children with a certain type of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) that has a FLT3-ITD gene change. The goal is to see if this combination is safe and effective for treating newly diagnosed patients.
Utrecht, UtrechtAges 1 month–18 years - NCT06715891RecruitingPhase 3
Raphamin for colds in children ages 3 to 12
This trial tests if Raphamin can safely treat common cold symptoms in children. It is for kids who have had cold symptoms for less than 24 hours and have a fever of at least 100°F with other symptoms like stuffy nose or sore throat.
GatchinaAges 3–12 - NCT06714110Enrolling by invitation
Review of Limb Lengthening with Precice Nail or External Fixator in Children
This study looks back at records of children, age 12 or younger, who had surgery to lengthen a leg bone using the Precice nail or an external fixator. The goal is to understand how well these treatments work for kids with a leg length difference of at least 2 cm.
West Palm Beach, FloridaAges birth–12 years - NCT06712875RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Brain cancer drug combo for kids with BRAF mutations
This trial tests a combination of targeted therapy (dabrafenib and trametinib) and immunotherapy (nivolumab) for children and young adults with certain BRAF gene changes in their glioma. It aims to see if this drug combination can shrink tumors or stop them from growing.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 1–26 - NCT06705907Recruiting
Helping middle-schoolers with autism improve school and social skills
This study tests a program to help middle school students with autism who have trouble with organization, planning, and social skills. It aims to improve their academic and social functioning in school.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 10–15
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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.