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
- 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+ - NCT06691022Enrolling by invitation
Smoking, stress, and behavior in children with disabilities
This study looks at how secondhand smoke and parent stress might affect challenging behaviors in children with mental disabilities. It uses a urine test to measure smoke exposure.
Tokat ProvinceAges 4–10 - NCT06683599Recruiting
Oxygen via nasal tube for babies during breathing tube placement
This study tests whether giving extra oxygen through a small tube in the nose during placement of a breathing tube helps young children stay safer. It is for newborns and infants up to about 1 year old who need a breathing tube for surgery or other non-emergency procedures.
Perth, Western AustraliaAges 1 minute–12 months - NCT05988190Recruiting
Learning new words in children with language disorder
This study looks at how children with developmental language disorder learn new words from context. It aims to find better ways to support their language development.
Johnson City, New YorkAges 7–11 - NCT06676748RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Benzydamine gargle for sore throat after surgery
This trial tests whether a medicated mouthwash or gargle with benzydamine can help prevent a sore throat after surgery. It's for women having surgery with a type of breathing tube called a laryngeal mask airway.
SingaporeAges 21–80 - NCT06678685RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Spironolactone for children with NCOR gene changes and autism
This trial tests if spironolactone can help children with autism who have a certain genetic change (in the NCOR gene). The study will monitor improvement and safety over time.
Jinan, ShandongAges 3–10 - 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 - NCT06676566Enrolling by invitation
Follow-up and early detection for kids at risk of type 1 diabetes
This study follows children who are at genetic risk for type 1 diabetes or have early immune signs (autoantibodies) but do not yet need insulin. It provides extra checkups and information to catch the disease early and help families understand their child's risk.
MalmöAges birth–18 years - 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 - NCT06673082Enrolling by invitation
Zinc as a new therapy for cow milk allergy in children
This study tests if adding zinc to standard treatment helps children with cow milk protein allergy. It aims to see if zinc can improve their symptoms and make them feel better.
GizaAges 1 month–12 years - NCT06662188RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Gene therapy for children with SHANK3-related condition
This trial tests a gene therapy called JAG201 for children with a SHANK3 mutation or 22q13.3 deletion, which causes Phelan-McDermid syndrome. The goal is to see if it can help with development and daily function.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 2–9 - NCT06666257Recruiting
Glucose monitoring for healthy weight during pregnancy
This study tests whether using a continuous glucose monitor and electronic tracking during pregnancy can help you maintain a healthy weight and prevent complications. It is designed for women who are early in pregnancy and have a higher BMI.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 18–45 - NCT06664333Recruiting
Siblings' experiences when a brother or sister is in the ICU
This study explores what it's like for children and teenagers when their brother or sister is in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU). By talking with siblings, researchers hope to better understand their feelings and needs.
ParisAges 9–18 - NCT06661031Enrolling by invitation
Cannabis use help for young adults via phone app
This study tests a new program that combines telehealth coaching and a smartphone app to help young adults who use cannabis a lot to cut back or quit. If you are a patient at certain Boston clinics and use cannabis on most days, this study might be a good fit for you.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–26 - NCT05847426Recruiting
Testing early hearing support using brain scans in babies
This study helps improve early hearing care by using a simple brain scan test (fNIRS) in babies with permanent hearing loss. It compares different early intervention approaches and aims to find better ways to support hearing development early on.
East Melbourne, VictoriaAges 24 years+ - NCT06647953RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a standard approach for pleuropulmonary blastoma, with or without topotecan
This trial compares a standard surgery and chemotherapy plan for type I pleuropulmonary blastoma (PPB) to adding the drug topotecan for types II and III PPB. The goal is to see if the extra drug helps shrink tumors and improve outcomes for children with more advanced disease.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges Up to 21 years - NCT06651242Recruiting
Support for young cancer patients and their parents
This trial tests a decision-support program for children and teens with cancer and their parents. It aims to help families communicate and make choices together during treatment.
Kaohsiung CityAges 7–20 - NCT06647225Recruiting
AI screening for hip dysplasia in babies
This trial tests whether an artificial intelligence tool can help doctors more accurately diagnose hip dysplasia in babies using ultrasound images. It might help your baby get a faster and more precise diagnosis if they are already being checked for a hip problem.
Parkville, VictoriaAges 4 weeks–5 months - NCT06646640Recruiting
Long-term follow-up for hemoglobin disorder treatments
This study tracks people with sickle cell disease or thalassemia who have had a bone marrow transplant or gene therapy in the past 15 years. It aims to monitor their health over time to understand long-term effects.
Memphis, TennesseeAges Any age - NCT06649916Recruiting
Learning words from parent speech in autistic children
This study looks at how autistic and non-autistic toddlers learn new words when parents talk to them in a special, engaging way. It may help understand how to support language development.
Richardson, TexasAges 1.5 years–4.9 years - NCT06642246Recruiting
Sleep Help for Kids with High Blood Pressure
This study tests whether helping teens with high blood pressure get more sleep can lower their blood pressure. It offers a sleep-focused program and checks if it helps within a few months.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 13–18 - NCT06642662Enrolling by invitation
Finding biomarkers in children after heart surgery
This study looks at proteins in the blood that may help doctors understand how children are recovering after heart surgery. It enrolls children under age 5 having certain types of heart repairs at Boston Children's Hospital.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 2 days–5 years - NCT06640894Recruiting
Power2Walk: strength training for kids with cerebral palsy
This study tests a type of strength training called functional power training for children with cerebral palsy. The goal is to see if it helps kids be more active and take part in daily activities.
Emmen, DrentheAges 4–12 - NCT05967871RecruitingPhase 1
Testing poop-based therapy for kids with SIBO
This early study tests whether fecal microbiota transplant (a stool donation placed into the gut) is safe and practical for children with small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). It may help reduce SIBO symptoms, but the main goal is to see if the treatment and study steps work well.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 3–18
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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.