Clinical trials
Induction of Labor clinical trials
Below are recruiting induction of labor clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 31 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06335017Recruiting
Castor oil and balloon for inducing labor in second-time moms
This study tests whether drinking castor oil combined with a balloon catheter can safely start labor in women who have given birth before. It may help avoid more medical interventions during labor induction.
NazarethAges 18–60 - NCT07414771Recruiting
Testing the Inga Catheter for labor induction safety and ease of use
This study tests a new balloon catheter device (Inga Catheter) to see if it is safe and easy to use for starting labor. It may help women with an unripe cervix who need to be induced.
Helsinki, HUSAges 18–56 - NCT06325007Recruiting
Castor oil and balloon for labor induction in first-time mothers
This study tests whether taking castor oil before a balloon catheter helps start labor in first-time mothers. It may offer a simple option to begin labor when needed.
NazarethAges 18–60 - NCT07168187Recruiting
Does reflexology shorten labor during induction?
This study tests whether adding foot reflexology (a type of massage therapy) during labor induction can help speed up delivery. If you're about to be induced and meet the criteria, it may be an option to explore.
HolonAges 18 years+ - NCT06580782RecruitingPhase 4
Calcium tablets to help labor contractions
This study tests if taking calcium carbonate (like a Tums tablet) can help make contractions stronger during labor. It is for women having their first baby who need oxytocin to start or strengthen labor.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07214948Recruiting
Testing a new catheter for starting labor
This study tests a new type of catheter (a thin, flexible tube) called INGA to see if it safely starts labor in pregnant women. If you are planning to have labor induced because your cervix is not yet ready, this trial compares the INGA catheter to the standard method.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18–56 - NCT07689357Recruiting
Cervical ripening balloon: 3 hours vs 12 hours
This trial tests whether using a cervical ripening balloon for 3 hours is as effective as using it for 12 hours to prepare the cervix for labor. It may help reduce the time you spend waiting for labor to start.
HaifaAges 18–45 - NCT06375746Recruiting
Video to reduce anxiety before labor induction
This study tests if watching a short, personalized video before labor induction can help lower anxiety. The video explains what to expect, so you may feel more prepared and less nervous.
HolonAges 18–45 - NCT07587632Recruiting
Natural cervical ripening to avoid labor induction
This study tests whether natural methods can help your cervix prepare for labor on its own, so you may avoid medication-induced labor. It's designed for pregnant people with diet-controlled gestational diabetes who are planning a vaginal delivery at 40 weeks.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 18 years+ - NCT07082530Recruiting
Labor induction at 39 weeks for low-risk pregnant women in China
This study compares inducing labor at 39 weeks to waiting for natural labor in women with low-risk pregnancies. It aims to see if planned induction leads to better outcomes for mothers and babies.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18 years+ - NCT04799912Recruiting
Start labor at 39 weeks to reduce C-sections
This study compares two plans for first-time mothers: inducing labor at 39 weeks versus waiting for labor to start on its own. It aims to see whether induction lowers the chance of needing a C-section in low-risk pregnancies.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT06268431Recruiting
Trial of oxytocin rest to reduce c-section
This trial tests whether taking a break from oxytocin (a medicine used to strengthen contractions) can help reduce the chance of needing a C-section. It is for women whose labor has slowed down despite oxytocin.
Newark, DelawareAges 18–55 - NCT06803992RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing methods to start labor at full term
This study compares two common methods for starting labor — a vaginal insert (Propess) and a gel or balloon catheter. The goal is to find the safest and most effective way to start labor at full term.
AfulaAges 18–60 - NCT07272785Recruiting
Maternal information on labor induction and birth experience
This trial studies how giving mothers more information about labor induction (starting labor with medicine) affects their birth experience. You may be able to join if you are planning an induction at a clinic or ward and speak Finnish, Swedish, or English.
TurkuAges 18 years+ - NCT07109258RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Dexamethasone for labor induction at full term
This trial tests if giving dexamethasone helps start labor in first-time mothers who are at full term (39 weeks or more) and have no complications. It aims to make the induction process more effective.
Cairo, ManialAges 18 years+ - NCT05719467RecruitingPhase 3
Safety check of medicine to start labor
This Phase 3 study tests the safety of a medicine used to help start labor (“induction”). It may help by aiming for a safer, smoother induction process for people who are ready to deliver and meet specific pregnancy and health criteria.
LørenskogAges 18–50 - NCT06502457Recruiting
Virtual reality hypnosis for labor pain
This study tests whether using a virtual reality hypnosis program can help manage pain during early labor in women with low-risk pregnancies. If you are in the beginning stages of labor and want a non-drug option for comfort, this might be for you.
AmiensAges 18 years+ - NCT06164613RecruitingPhase 2
Cinnamon for Inducing Labor in First-Time Teen Pregnancies
This study tests whether cinnamon capsules can help start labor in first-time pregnant teens who are full-term. It compares cinnamon to a placebo (fake pill) to see if it is safe and effective for inducing labor.
Tegucigalpa, Francisco Morazán DepartmentAges 14–45 - NCT07479524Enrolling by invitation
Shared decision-making for first-time mothers in labor induction
This trial tests whether involving first-time mothers in decisions about labor induction can reduce anxiety, improve confidence, and lead to better birth outcomes. It is for women who are expecting a natural delivery with a single, healthy baby in head-down position.
TaoyuanAges 18–45 - NCT05177510RecruitingPhase 2
Mifepristone to help start labor in some late pregnancies
This Phase 2 study tests whether mifepristone, taken by mouth, can help start labor when the cervix is not ready yet. It may help avoid needing other methods of induction, but it will only be offered if it’s safe for you and your baby.
LondonAges 18 years+ - NCT04949633RecruitingPhase 3
Oxytocin or prostaglandins to start labor with an unfavorable cervix
This study compares two medicines used to help the cervix become ready for labor—oxytocin versus prostaglandins—when the cervix is not yet favorable. It may help your care team choose the most effective and safest way to induce labor after the cervix has not improved for 24 hours.
AngersAges 18 years+ - NCT06506721Recruiting
Comparing two devices for labor induction after one C-section
This study compares two medical devices used to start labor in women who have had one previous C-section and whose cervix is not yet ready. It aims to find which device works best for safely inducing labor.
BernAges 18–60 - NCT07268118RecruitingPhase 2
Pain relief for cervical ripening balloon in labor
This study tests if using lidocaine gel on the cervix before placing a ripening balloon can reduce pain for pregnant women at full term. It may help women who want this balloon to start labor feel more comfortable.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07517796RecruitingPhase 4
IV Papaverine to Help Induce Labor in Pregnancies with Broken Water
This study tests whether an IV medication called papaverine can help induce labor in pregnant people at term (37+ weeks) whose water has broken but labor hasn't started yet. The goal is to see if this medication makes labor start naturally and reduces the need for cesarean delivery.
Nahariya, IsraelAges 18–45
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for induction of labor?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 31 recruiting induction of labor 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 induction of labor 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 induction of labor 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.
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