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
- NCT06671639Recruiting
Stanford program to speed up robotic surgery for children
This trial tests a faster, robotic-assisted surgery for children ages 6 to 21. It aims to see if completing part of the operation using a robot can be as safe and effective as traditional open surgery, possibly leading to quicker recovery and less pain.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 6–21 - NCT06672328Recruiting
Can watching movements boost function in kids with CP?
This study tests whether watching and then practicing movements (action observation training) can improve everyday functional skills in children with spastic cerebral palsy. It could help children move better and more independently.
IslamabadAges 5–12 - NCT06673797Recruiting
Ball exercises vs Frenkle for balance in ataxic cerebral palsy
This study compares two types of exercises (Swiss ball and Frenkle) to see which improves balance better in children with ataxic cerebral palsy. It may help your child gain better stability and coordination.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 5–8 - NCT06673823Recruiting
Mirror therapy for leg movement in children with CP
This study tests whether mirror therapy—where your child watches the reflection of their good leg moving—can help improve movement in their affected leg. It is designed for children with cerebral palsy who have mild to moderate leg stiffness.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 6–12 - NCT06674265RecruitingPhase 1
Natural killer cells for advanced neuroblastoma
This trial tests a new type of immune cell called natural killer (NK) cells from healthy donors to treat neuroblastoma that has not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see if these cells can help shrink or control the cancer.
TehranAges 2–16 - NCT06676332Recruiting
Training to improve movement and coordination in children with cerebral palsy
This trial tests whether a special training that combines mental imagery and sensory activities can improve muscle strength and coordination in children who have tight muscles in their legs. It is for children who can walk on their own or with some help.
CairoAges 8–12 - NCT06676761Recruiting
Study of a new minimal scar mastectomy
This trial is testing a new surgical technique that leaves a smaller scar during mastectomy for breast cancer. It may be a good option if you want to keep the scar as small as possible.
SingaporeAges Any age - NCT06680323Recruiting
Melanoma risk factors in children and young adults
This study looks for genetic and environmental causes of melanoma in people up to age 30. It may help researchers understand why some young people get this type of skin cancer.
DüsseldorfAges Up to 30 years - NCT06681129Recruiting
Study of normal gut development in newborns
This study looks at how the intestines grow and develop in both premature and full-term babies. It involves collecting small tissue samples during a baby's already-planned surgery or scope procedure to better understand normal development and digestive diseases.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Up to 2 years - NCT06682208Recruiting
Pain relief catheter vs freeze ablation for pectus surgery recovery
This trial compares two ways to manage pain after the Nuss procedure for pectus excavatum. One uses a special catheter that numbs nerves, the other freezes them. The goal is to see which works better for teens and young adults.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 12–21 - NCT06683092Recruiting
Restarting triple therapy with close monitoring for side effects
This trial tests whether carefully restarting a triple-combination CFTR modulator (VTD) is safe and helpful for people with cystic fibrosis who had to stop or change Trikafta because of mental health side effects or liver injury. You will be closely monitored with surveys and daily diaries to ensure your safety.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 6 years+ - NCT06683339Recruiting
Functional capacity in children with chronic kidney disease
This study looks at how well children with chronic kidney disease can do daily activities, like walking, climbing, and playing. It helps doctors understand how kidney disease affects a child's strength and energy.
AnkaraAges 6–18 - NCT06684119Recruiting
Testing best breathing tube pressure for children on a ventilator
This trial uses a special imaging tool (EIT) to find the best air pressure in the breathing tube for children on a ventilator. It aims to improve lung function in children with a lung condition called PARDS.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges birth–18 years - NCT06685601Recruiting
Light therapy for kids with ADHD
This study tests if transcranial photobiomodulation (light therapy) can help children aged 6 to 18 with ADHD. It is for children who are not on other ADHD treatments.
Jinan, ShandongAges 6–18 - NCT06690801Recruiting
Nitric oxide breathing gas for children with lung failure
This trial tests whether adding a breathing gas called nitric oxide to standard care helps children with severe lung failure (ARDS) recover faster. It is for children on a breathing machine who still have low oxygen levels.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges birth–21 years - NCT06691152RecruitingPhase 1
CD19 UCAR T cells for severe lupus
This trial tests an experimental treatment called CD19 UCAR T cells for people with severe lupus that hasn't gotten better with standard medicines. It aims to see if these special immune cells can safely and effectively control the disease.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 5 years+ - NCT06692049Recruiting
Freezing gonadal tissue to preserve fertility in children with a disorder of sex development
This study tests a procedure that freezes and stores gonadal tissue (tissue that makes eggs or sperm) to help preserve the chance of having biological children in the future. It is for children and young adults under 30 who have a disorder of sex development and either have a risk of cancer in that tissue or will have it removed for another medical reason.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Up to 30 years - NCT06693388Recruiting
Vibration and casting for kids with cerebral palsy
This study tests whether whole body vibration (standing on a gently shaking platform) plus leg casting can help children with cerebral palsy improve ankle flexibility and walking. It is for children who already need casting for tight ankles.
Columbus, OhioAges 3–17 - NCT06693895RecruitingPhase 3
Chickenpox vaccine safety study for healthy toddlers
This study tests a new chickenpox vaccine for healthy children ages 12 to 15 months. It aims to see if the vaccine is safe and helps protect against chickenpox.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 1 year–1.3 years - NCT06698510Recruiting
Arpraziquantel for schistosomiasis in young children
This study tests a new medicine called arpraziquantel to treat schistosomiasis (a disease from parasites in water) in young children aged 2 to 5. It aims to see if giving this treatment in communities where the disease is common is safe and helpful.
AbidjanAges 2 years–4.9 years - NCT06701617Recruiting
Vision therapy for children with low vision
This trial tests two ways to help children with low vision improve their sight: one using gentle visual stimulation, the other using perceptual learning exercises. It aims to see if in-person or telehealth sessions work better.
TaipeiAges 1 month–12 years - NCT06702735Recruiting
The Rainbow Study: learning to sense asthma symptoms
This study helps children with asthma who have trouble sensing when their airways are tightening. It tests whether getting feedback on their symptom scores improves their ability to notice changes in their breathing.
Enschede, OverijsselAges 7–15 - NCT06703125Recruiting
Autism risk study for children born to mothers with HIV in Kenya
This study looks at how being born to a mother with HIV might affect a child's brain development and behavior. It will check for early signs of autism in children ages 2 to 6 years old.
EldoretAges 2–6 - NCT06705400Recruiting
The Bloom Study: A Healthy Start for Mom and Baby
This study follows first-time mothers and their babies from pregnancy to early childhood, using digital tools to support a healthy start. It aims to learn how to improve health and well-being for both mom and baby.
CopenhagenAges birth–6 months
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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.