Clinical trials
Hydration clinical trials
Below are recruiting hydration clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 43 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07563530Recruiting
Early Drinking After Urological Surgery to Ease Thirst
This study tests whether patients can drink water soon after urological endoscopic surgery (a minimally invasive procedure on the urinary system) to feel better and reduce post-surgery thirst. The goal is to see if safe, early drinking improves how patients feel during recovery.
Karachi, SindhAges 18–65 - NCT04954664Recruiting
Bone graft particles to help dental implants fit in missing teeth areas
This study tests a bone-grafting approach (using processed donor bone particles, with or without a growth factor) to help dental implants work when the jaw bone is too narrow. It may help people get implants placed more safely and effectively in areas with missing teeth.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–99 - NCT05283512Recruiting
IV versus drink fluids to protect kidneys after CT scan
This study compares giving fluids through a vein versus drinking fluids to lower the risk of sudden kidney injury after a CT scan with contrast dye. It focuses on adults with very poor kidney function who are scheduled for an elective CT scan.
Odense C, FynAges 18 years+ - NCT07005895Recruiting
Testing the Gatorade hydration app at home
This study tests whether the Gatorade Sports Science Institute (GSSI) Labs App can help track hydration. You will drink water and use the app with your activity tracker to see if it works well in daily life.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–65 - NCT06954909Enrolling by invitation
Hydration self-assessment for firefighters
This study looks at how well firefighters can check their own hydration using urine color. You may help by providing urine and blood samples over a few days.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18–65 - NCT06062017Recruiting
Potassium, hydration, and heart health in young adults
This study looks at how potassium and hydration affect heart and kidney health in healthy young adults. It may help you understand your own health and contribute to new knowledge about preventing disease.
Auburn, AlabamaAges 18–30 - NCT06329856Recruiting
Hydration for terminal cancer patients in Taiwan
This study surveys hospice doctors in Taiwan to understand when and why they give artificial hydration to terminally ill cancer patients. It may help improve care for people at the end of life.
TaipeiAges Any age - NCT06107959Recruiting
Metabolism changes after bone or joint surgery
This study measures how your metabolism (how fast your body burns energy) changes after orthopedic surgery (surgery on bones or joints). It may help doctors understand how to better support recovery.
Kansas City, KansasAges 15 years+ - NCT07151859Recruiting
Skin hydration trial for face, neck, or chest
This study tests a polynucleotide-based injection to improve skin hydration in one area of the face, neck, or chest. It may be an option if you have healthy skin and are looking for a non-surgical way to boost moisture.
Naples, ItalyAges 18–70 - NCT07733999Enrolling by invitation
Hydration and nutrition knowledge among PepsiCo frontline workers
This study looks at what PepsiCo manufacturing workers know about staying hydrated and eating well. It uses a survey to understand their habits and knowledge, which could help improve workplace health programs.
Valhalla, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT05210114Recruiting
Skin hydration study in people with sickle cell
This study looks at how hydrated your skin is in people with sickle cell disease. It aims to better understand skin-related changes, which may help doctors monitor health and treatments in the future.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 12 years+ - NCT07564661Recruiting
Exercise Recovery Drink Study for Active Adults
This study tests two new drink products designed to help your body rehydrate better after exercise. Researchers will compare how well these drinks work compared to a standard option by having you do exercise challenges and measuring your hydration levels.
London, OntarioAges 18–65 - NCT06651619Recruiting
Hydration education and prescribed fluid for high school athletes
This trial tests whether learning about hydration and following a specific fluid-intake plan helps high school athletes stay better hydrated during sports. It could be a simple way to improve your performance and health.
Bradenton, FloridaAges 13–19 - NCT06714929Recruiting
School water study for students in grades K-5
This study looks at how a new water program in schools might affect student health and hydration. It includes watching what kids drink at lunch, checking teeth and body weight for older students, and asking 4th and 5th graders and staff about their drinks.
Henrico, VirginiaAges 4 years+ - NCT07298863Recruiting
How hydration affects energy use during rest and exercise
This study looks at how being hydrated or dehydrated changes how your body uses energy (substrate oxidation) when you are resting and doing light or moderate exercise. You will cycle and provide samples to help researchers understand the impact of hydration.
Valhalla, New YorkAges 18–35 - NCT07394959Recruiting
Guided hydration to protect kidneys in elderly heart patients
This trial tests a new way to manage fluids during heart procedures to prevent kidney injury. It uses a special vest that measures lung fluid to guide how much hydration you get.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 60 years+ - NCT07520344Recruiting
Testing a wearable device to measure body hydration levels
This study tests a wearable wrist device that measures hydration by sensing blood flow in your skin. Researchers will monitor how well it works when you're dehydrated on purpose, which could help develop better ways to track hydration for health and fitness.
Frisco, TexasAges 18–45 - NCT07641361Recruiting
Staying Hydrated to Feel Better on GLP-1 Medication
This study tests whether drinking more water helps reduce uncomfortable side effects (like nausea and vomiting) when you first start taking GLP-1 medications for weight loss or diabetes. You'll be asked to follow a hydration plan and report how you feel.
Buffalo, New YorkAges 18–60 - NCT07653620Recruiting
Hydration and women's life stages
This study looks at how hydration affects women at different stages of life (before, during, and after menopause). You'll be asked to exercise, drink certain amounts of water, and sometimes limit fluids so researchers can see how your body responds.
Bradenton, FloridaAges 18–60 - NCT05520593Recruiting
Drinking plan before surgery to support same-day joint replacement
This trial tests whether a specific pre-surgery oral drinking (hydration) plan can help people feel and recover better after outpatient (same-day) hip or knee replacement surgery. It may help support safe same-day discharge for the right patients.
New York, New YorkAges 18–75 - NCT03823820Recruiting
Testing fluid balance in pregnancy and around cesarean or labor
This study uses a non-painful skin measurement to better understand fluid balance during pregnancy and around cesarean delivery or longer hospital stays for induction. Your results may help doctors understand risks related to fluid changes, especially when certain pregnancy complications occur.
Leicester, LeicestershireAges 16 years+ - NCT07548424Recruiting
Testing a Peptide Cream on Healthy Skin
This study tests whether a cream containing peptides (small protein fragments) can improve how well your facial skin barrier works. The cream will be tested on one side of your face, compared to the other side, to see if it strengthens and protects your skin.
SplitAges 18–50 - NCT07419048Recruiting
AI vs. human for hydration check
This study uses an ultrasound method to check your hydration status, comparing artificial intelligence (computer analysis) with a human expert. It aims to see if AI can accurately assess how hydrated you are.
BaselAges 18 years+ - NCT07459413Recruiting
Drinking vs. IV fluids to protect kidneys from contrast dye
This trial compares drinking fluids by mouth versus receiving fluids through an IV to prevent kidney injury from CT contrast dye. It may be a good option if you have mild to moderate kidney disease and need a contrast CT while in the emergency department.
Istanbul, GaziosmanpasaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for hydration?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 43 recruiting hydration 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 hydration 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 hydration 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.