Clinical trials
Obese clinical trials
Below are recruiting obese clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,495 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06606821RecruitingPhase 4
Tirzepatide for heart health in people with overweight or obesity
This trial tests the weight‑loss medication tirzepatide (Mounjaro) in people who are overweight or have obesity and have stable coronary artery disease. The goal is to see if tirzepatide can reduce dangerous fatty plaque in heart arteries.
CopenhagenAges 18 years+ - NCT06610162Recruiting
Metabolic responses to fasting and overfeeding in women
This study looks at how women's bodies burn energy (thermogenesis) when they fast or eat a lot. Researchers want to understand how these processes differ in premenopausal vs. postmenopausal women.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–65 - NCT06617689Recruiting
Education on drinking and oral health after weight loss surgery
This study tests whether a patient education program can help people having weight loss surgery improve their drinking habits and oral hygiene.
TrondheimAges 18 years+ - NCT06621394Recruiting
Mediterranean diet and mindful eating for depression and obesity
This study tests if a Mediterranean diet combined with mindful eating can help reduce depression severity in people who have both obesity and major depressive disorder. You would follow a special eating plan and learn mindfulness techniques to see if they improve your mood.
StuttgartAges 18 years+ - NCT06623669RecruitingPhase 2
Mobile program to reduce pain and improve health in older adults
This trial tests a mobile program to help reduce pain and improve health in older adults with knee or hip arthritis who are not very active. The program involves exercise and may help with weight management.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 65 years+ - NCT06625762Recruiting
Nantes bariatric surgery study
This study follows people who are preparing for bariatric (weight-loss) surgery to see how the surgery affects their health over time. It is being done to better understand the benefits and risks of bariatric surgery.
Nantes, Loire-AtlantiqueAges 18–70 - NCT06627868Recruiting
NAD+ metabolism in human brown fat
This study explores how the body's natural substance NAD+ works in brown fat, a type of fat that burns calories. It may help researchers understand metabolism and find new ways to treat obesity.
TurkuAges 30–65 - NCT06653530Recruiting
Thread embedding acupuncture for weight loss
This trial tests a type of acupuncture called thread embedding to help with weight loss. It's for people who haven't had success with diet and exercise alone and have a higher body weight or weight-related health issues.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06668077Recruiting
Impulse control training and brain stimulation for weight loss
This study tests whether a computer-based training to improve impulse control, combined with a gentle brain stimulation technique (called iTBS), can help people with excess weight. It also looks at how these treatments affect the brain using MRI scans.
GranadaAges 18–60 - NCT06680492Recruiting
Nutrition and muscle health after weight loss surgery
This study looks at how nutrition affects muscle strength and function in people who have bariatric surgery. It may help you understand how to keep your muscles healthy after surgery.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18–65 - NCT06682286Recruiting
Breathing patterns during nighttime NIV
This study looks at how people breathe while using their nighttime breathing machine (NIV). It helps doctors understand breathing patterns better for people with COPD or OHS.
AucklandAges 18 years+ - NCT06689241Recruiting
Comparing blood thinners to prevent clots after weight-loss surgery
This study compares two blood-thinning medications, rivaroxaban (a pill) and enoxaparin (a shot), to prevent dangerous blood clots after weight-loss surgery. If you are scheduled for bariatric surgery, this trial could help determine which approach works better for someone like you.
AlexandriaAges 20–60 - NCT06690788Recruiting
Couples program to prevent type 2 diabetes (PreventT2 Together)
This research study looks at whether a lifestyle program designed for couples can help prevent type 2 diabetes. Both partners take part together, and the program is based on the National Diabetes Prevention Program.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18 years+ - NCT06691100Recruiting
How one workout changes gut bugs in women
This study looks at how a single workout changes the bacteria in your gut. It compares women who are very fit with women who don't exercise much, and includes women with different body types.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 21–40 - NCT06693934Recruiting
Prevention program for young adults at risk of diabetes
This trial offers a prevention program for young adults aged 18 to 44 who have at least one risk factor for diabetes but do not already have diabetes. The program aims to help prevent or delay the onset of diabetes.
Hong KongAges 18–44 - NCT06695988Recruiting
Time-restricted eating for weight management in adults with obesity
This study tests if limiting your eating to a certain window of hours each day (time-restricted eating) is a safe and effective way to manage weight for healthy adults with obesity and a sedentary lifestyle.
Oxford, MississippiAges 19–65 - NCT06702085Recruiting
Lifestyle changes for older adults with tinnitus and metabolic syndrome
This study tests whether lifestyle changes (like diet and exercise) can help older adults who have both metabolic syndrome and chronic tinnitus (ringing in the ears). It is for people 65 and older with class 1 obesity and long-term ear ringing in both ears.
Dokki, Giza GovernorateAges 65–75 - NCT06703788RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Traditional Chinese Medicine Day Care for Metabolic Syndrome
This trial tests a day care program that combines traditional Chinese medicine with regular care for people with metabolic syndrome. It aims to see if this approach helps improve your health better than standard care alone.
TaoyuanAges 20–75 - NCT06705400Recruiting
The Bloom Study: A Healthy Start for Mom and Baby
This study follows first-time mothers and their babies from pregnancy to early childhood, using digital tools to support a healthy start. It aims to learn how to improve health and well-being for both mom and baby.
CopenhagenAges birth–6 months - NCT06707012RecruitingPhase 4
Metformin plus antidepressants for depression in obesity
This trial tests whether adding metformin (a diabetes medicine) to usual antidepressant treatment can help improve depression in people who are overweight or obese. It is for adults age 18–44 who are newly diagnosed with depression and do not have diabetes.
Karachi, SindhAges 18–45 - NCT05791604Recruiting
Study prebiotics and probiotics to help children with Prader-Willi
This trial studies whether taking prebiotics and probiotics can help children with Prader-Willi syndrome manage obesity. It’s testing a gut-focused approach to weight control over the study period.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 3–10 - NCT04297592Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Antibiotics to prevent infection after hip or knee replacement
This trial studies whether giving antibiotics before and/or after surgery can lower the chance of a serious joint infection after elective hip or knee replacement. It’s aimed at people at higher risk for infection.
Iowa City, IowaAges 18–99 - NCT07625969Recruiting
Nudge Strategies to Help College Students Drink Healthier
This study tests simple, friendly prompts (called 'nudges') to help college students choose healthier drinks instead of sugary sodas or energy drinks. Researchers want to see if reminders and small changes to how drinks are presented can help you make better choices.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges Any age - NCT06959901Recruiting
Health tracking app study for Hispanic teens
This trial tests a mobile app that helps teens keep track of their health habits, like physical activity and eating. It is designed for Hispanic or Latino teens ages 12-18 who have a BMI in a certain range and own an iPhone.
Houston, TexasAges 12–18
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for obese?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,495 recruiting obese 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 obese 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 obese 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.