Clinical trials
Hospitalized Children clinical trials
Below are recruiting hospitalized children clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,222 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07635030Enrolling by invitation
Brain Chemistry Study in Young People with Friedreich's Ataxia
This study looks at two brain chemicals (GABA and glutathione) in children and teens aged 8–15 with Friedreich's ataxia, a rare genetic condition affecting movement and coordination. The research aims to understand how these chemicals change in the brain and may help guide future treatments.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 8–16 - NCT07444528Enrolling by invitation
Neck ultrasound to predict difficult breathing tube placement in babies
This study uses an ultrasound of the neck to see if doctors can predict which babies under 1 year old might have a harder time getting a breathing tube placed. The goal is to improve safety during anesthesia and procedures.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges Up to 12 months - NCT07398872Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
Gene therapy trial for children with ML4
This trial tests a gene therapy given by a one-time injection into the spinal fluid for children with Mucolipidosis type IV. It aims to see if the therapy is safe and can help slow or stop the disease.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 1.5 years–8 years - NCT07386587Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Methotrexate plus etanercept for juvenile arthritis
This study compares methotrexate alone versus methotrexate combined with etanercept to see which works better for children with polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis. The goal is to help children achieve low disease activity quickly.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 2–16 - NCT07321327Enrolling by invitation
Behavioral help for teachers and parents of children with ADHD
This study provides teachers and caregivers with behavioral tools to help children with ADHD symptoms in the classroom and at home. It tests a resource package designed to support children who struggle with attention or hyperactivity.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 4 years+ - NCT07266922Enrolling by invitation
Web-based education for runners with knee pain
This study tests if a self-guided online program helps Boston Marathon runners manage patellofemoral pain (pain around or behind the kneecap). It aims to improve your understanding and control of the condition without in-person visits.
Waltham, MassachusettsAges 18–45 - NCT07212010Enrolling by invitation
Brain-related vision problems in children
This study looks at how brain injuries or abnormalities affect vision in children. It aims to better understand and diagnose cerebral visual impairment (CVI), a vision problem caused by brain issues rather than eye problems.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 6 months–6 years - NCT07203014Enrolling by invitation
Parent-teacher partnership for kids with behavior challenges
This trial tests a program that helps parents and teachers work together to support preschool children who have behavioral challenges or need help with social-emotional skills.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Any age - NCT07107321Enrolling by invitation
Changing feeding habits in preschools
This study helps preschools improve how they feed children ages 3 to 5, testing new strategies to replace unhealthy practices with better ones.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 3 years+ - NCT07060300Enrolling by invitation
Genetic testing for drug reactions in complex care children
This study looks at how children with complex medical conditions respond to medicines based on their genes. It may help personalize care by testing how your child's body processes certain drugs, all from a simple cheek swab.
Cincinnati, OhioAges Any age - NCT07037030Enrolling by invitation
Mindfulness for ADHD in children
This study tests a mindfulness program designed to help children ages 7 to 11 with ADHD improve focus and manage symptoms. It may be a good option if you're looking for a non-medication approach.
Brookline, MassachusettsAges 7–11 - NCT06982027Enrolling by invitation
Nerve block study for children having surgery
This trial tests a nerve block (an injection to numb a specific area) combined with general anesthesia during surgery. It may help children recover with less pain and fewer side effects from strong pain medicines.
Columbus, OhioAges birth–21 years - NCT06914765Enrolling by invitation
Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty for teens with obesity
This study tests a new, non-surgical procedure called Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) to help teenagers with severe obesity lose weight. The goal is to see if it can improve their health and help them reach a healthier weight.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 12–17 - NCT06913985Enrolling by invitation
Study on heart health in teens and young adults
This study looks at how fitness, sleep, and diet during childhood affect heart and metabolic health in teenagers and young adults. It uses data and samples already collected from participants in earlier studies.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 13–21 - NCT06912841Enrolling by invitation
Deep brain stimulation for genetic movement disorders
This trial is for people of any age with a genetic movement disorder who are getting or considering deep brain stimulation (DBS). It tries to match the best DBS settings for each person.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Any age - NCT06783946Enrolling by invitation
Meditation for pain and anxiety after kidney stone surgery
This study is testing whether guided meditation can help reduce pain, discomfort, and anxiety after a kidney stone removal procedure called ureteroscopy. If you or your child is a teenager or adult scheduled for this surgery, meditation might be a calming tool to try before and after the procedure.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 12 years+ - 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 - NCT06581120Enrolling by invitation
Stomach ultrasound study for diabetes and obesity
This study uses ultrasound to see how GLP-1 RA medications (like Ozempic) affect the stomach in people with type 2 diabetes and obesity. It may help doctors better understand how these medicines work.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 10–25 - NCT06429007Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
Metformin for infants after brain injury from HIE
This trial tests whether metformin, a common diabetes medicine, can help heal brain injury in infants who had HIE (lack of oxygen at birth) and were treated with cooling. It aims to see if the drug is safe and possible to give to babies between 3 and 6 months old.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 3 months–6 months - NCT06338319Enrolling by invitation
Book sharing study for toddlers with cleft palate
This study tests whether a book-sharing program can help toddlers (20-32 months) who had cleft palate repair improve their language and communication skills. Families will use a smartphone or tablet to record and send videos.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 1.7 years–2.7 years - NCT06276621Enrolling by invitation
Family Bridge Program for pediatric hospital support
This study offers a program to help families of children admitted to the hospital connect with support services. It focuses on families who may face extra challenges, such as those with public or no insurance.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges Any age - NCT06094504Enrolling by invitation
Light therapy for babies with intestinal failure
This study tests whether a special kind of lighting can help babies with intestinal failure. If your baby is born at or after 32 weeks and has or is expected to have intestinal failure, this study may be an option.
Cincinnati, OhioAges Up to 1 year - NCT05927194Enrolling by invitation
Game-based program for middle school students in Texas
This trial tests a game-based program called “Using the Connect” to see how well it works for middle school students. It may help improve the skills or outcomes the program targets, but you would need to be able to do it in English.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 9–15 - NCT05925075Enrolling by invitation
Lung ultrasound check for breathing problems in very premature babies
This trial tests whether doing a bedside lung ultrasound can help doctors assess and manage breathing problems in very premature infants. It may help guide care decisions for infants who are struggling to breathe, especially those needing breathing support.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges birth+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for hospitalized children?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,222 recruiting hospitalized 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 hospitalized 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 hospitalized 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.