Clinical trials
Fasting clinical trials
Below are recruiting fasting clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 207 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07736937RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of TUB-040 with Standard Drugs for Ovarian Cancer
This study tests a new medicine called TUB-040, given together with standard ovarian cancer drugs like carboplatin and bevacizumab. It is for women with ovarian cancer that has returned after responding to platinum-based chemotherapy and is growing again. The goal is to see if this combination can help control the cancer.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06627491Recruiting
How imagined muscle contractions affect your muscles and brain
This study looks at how imagining different types of muscle contractions (fast vs. slow) might change your muscle function and how your brain controls them. It could help us understand new ways to improve strength without actual exercise.
Kennesaw, GeorgiaAges 18–30 - NCT06596187Recruiting
Study of muscle tightness in spinal cord injury and Parkinson's
This study looks at muscle tightness (hypertonia) in people with spinal cord injury, Parkinson's disease, and healthy volunteers. It aims to better understand and measure different types of stiffness to improve treatments.
TaoyuanAges 20 years+ - NCT03977779Recruiting
Stent to help prevent pancreatitis after endoscopy
This trial tests a temporary, biodegradable stent to lower the chance of getting pancreatitis after an ERCP endoscopy procedure. It may help people who are considered at higher risk, by trying to prevent this complication.
Marseille, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur RegionAges 18 years+ - NCT07686029Recruiting
Maltodextrin drink before children's day surgery
This study looks at whether giving maltodextrin–a type of sugar normally found in some drinks–before surgery can help children recover faster and feel better after their operation. It’s part of a special plan called ERAS (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery) that aims to make surgery easier on the body.
Alessandria, PiedmontAges 3–17 - NCT07681245Recruiting
Real-time laser imaging for lung tissue during surgery
This study tests a new laser imaging device that works with artificial intelligence to quickly analyze lung tissue during surgery. The goal is to see if it can give as accurate results as the standard method, which could help surgeons make faster decisions during the operation.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–90 - NCT07645534RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a New Antiviral Medicine Formulation in Healthy Adults
This study compares two versions of an antiviral medicine called Ingavirin to see how your body processes them and whether they are safe. Researchers will give you the medicine on an empty stomach and after eating to understand how food affects how your body absorbs it.
Saint PetersburgAges 18–45 - NCT05254730Recruiting
Testing brain-recording sensors to map the seizure source
This study looks at using special tiny filaments during brain monitoring to better identify where seizures start. It’s meant for people with hard-to-control (refractory) epilepsy who are already being considered for a specific brain-monitoring procedure.
Montreal, QuebecAges Any age - NCT07628270Recruiting
Heart Surgery Outcomes Study Using CT Scans and Blood Tests
This study follows patients who had heart bypass surgery guided by special CT scans and blood flow measurements. Researchers want to understand how well the surgery works and study a blood protein called Lp(a) that may affect heart health.
Milan, MIAges 18 years+ - NCT06709690Recruiting
AI-powered PET/MR scanner for children with suspected cancer
This study tests a new, fast, and quiet AI-powered PET/MR scanner to take detailed pictures of children with suspected cancer. It aims to make the imaging experience easier and more comfortable for kids.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges Up to 18 years - NCT07606105RecruitingPhase 1
Iron Injection Safety and Effectiveness Study in Healthy Adults
This study tests a new iron injection medication in healthy people to ensure it works the same way as a reference version. Participants will receive the injection while fasting and undergo blood tests to measure how the body processes the iron.
JinanAges 18–55 - NCT07606872Enrolling by invitation
Testing a diabetes score to guide treatment reversal
This study tests a new scoring system to help people with type 2 diabetes understand their condition better and potentially reverse or improve it. You'll use a digital platform to track blood sugar, answer health questions, and have blood tests to see if the system helps guide your treatment plan.
Manchester, EnglandAges 18 years+ - NCT07574476Enrolling by invitation
Fasting Time and Pain After Tonsil Surgery
This study looks at whether the length of time patients fast (don't eat or drink) before tonsil removal surgery affects how much pain they experience afterward. Researchers hope to find the best fasting approach to reduce post-surgery discomfort.
Columbus, OhioAges Up to 18 years - NCT07513064Recruiting
Healthcare providers' views on pregnant Muslim fasting
This study asks doctors and nurses about their experiences caring for pregnant women who choose to fast during Ramadan (a religious month). Researchers want to understand what healthcare providers know, believe, and do to keep these patients safe.
GizaAges Any age - NCT07498842Recruiting
Lowering steroids for stable sarcoidosis
This trial tests if people with stable sarcoidosis can safely lower their corticosteroid dose over time. It may help reduce side effects from long-term steroid use.
LondonAges 18 years+ - NCT07487090RecruitingPhase 2
Exercise before or after eating
This study compares exercising on an empty stomach versus after eating to see how it affects energy use. It may help you understand when to exercise for better weight management.
Fort Smith, ArkansasAges 18–59 - NCT07486024RecruitingPhase 3
A new 6-month treatment for multidrug-resistant tuberculosis
This trial tests a new 6-month treatment for people with multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB). It aims to see if this shorter treatment works well and can be used in France, offering a quicker option for recovery.
AmiensAges 18 years+ - NCT06133231Recruiting
ADHD research with Black and Hispanic families
This study tests if a new approach to ADHD research works well with diverse families. It involves taking supplements and collecting samples at home to see how the body responds.
Portland, OregonAges 6–17 - NCT06688227Recruiting
Core Stability Training for Cricket Fast Bowlers
This study is testing whether core stability exercises can help cricket fast bowlers prevent back pain. It compares doing core exercises on their own versus combining them with regular training.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–28 - NCT06688279Recruiting
Plyometric exercises for female fast bowlers
This trial tests plyometric exercises (jumping and explosive moves) to see if they can improve strength and performance for female fast bowlers in cricket. If you are a healthy, active bowler between 19 and 28, you may be able to join.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 19–28 - NCT07443696RecruitingPhase 2
Heart imaging test to see if bypass surgery could help
This study uses two imaging scans to see if parts of your heart muscle are still alive but not working well. This could help doctors decide if you might benefit from heart bypass surgery.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–85 - NCT07443020RecruitingPhase 1
Fast immune cells for fluid build-up from cancer
This trial tests a treatment using your own immune cells (T cells) to fight cancer that has spread to the lining of the lung and is causing fluid buildup. It may help if other standard treatments have stopped working.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–79 - NCT07398222Recruiting
Stomach contents in tirzepatide users and fasting volunteers
This study uses an ultrasound to look at the stomach contents of people who are taking tirzepatide compared to those who are not. It will help doctors understand how this medication affects stomach emptying during fasting.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 18 years+ - NCT07378306RecruitingPhase 2
Fasting-mimicking diet with chemo-immunotherapy for triple-negative breast cancer
This trial tests whether adding a special low-calorie diet (called a fasting-mimicking diet) to standard chemotherapy and immunotherapy can help treat triple-negative breast cancer before surgery. It aims to see if this combination makes the treatment work better.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for fasting?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 207 recruiting fasting 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 fasting 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 fasting 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.