Clinical trials
Obese clinical trials
Below are recruiting obese clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,434 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06275061Recruiting
Obesity and metabolic surgery database study
This trial is building a database of people with obesity who have had or are planning to have weight loss surgery (metabolic or bariatric surgery). It helps doctors learn more about long-term results and safety.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges Any age - NCT05917795Recruiting
Endoscopic stomach reduction for weight loss before kidney transplant
This trial tests an endoscopic procedure that helps reduce stomach size to support weight loss in people with severe kidney disease who may need a kidney transplant. It may help some patients meet transplant-center weight requirements and potentially improve readiness for transplant care.
RomeAges 18–70 - NCT06292897Recruiting
Obesity and prostate cancer tissue study
This study looks at how obesity might affect prostate cancer growth. It uses tissue samples to understand the role of certain metabolites in the tumor, which could lead to better treatments.
MilanAges 18 years+ - NCT06268262Recruiting
Obesity brain imaging study before and after surgery
This study uses brain scans to understand how obesity affects the brain and how bariatric surgery may change it. It compares people with obesity who are planning surgery to healthy volunteers.
Xuzhou, JiangsuAges 18–65 - NCT06339320Recruiting
Stomach stitching for weight loss
This trial tests a non-surgical procedure called Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) to help people with obesity lose weight. A doctor uses a thin tube with a camera to stitch your stomach smaller, so you feel full sooner.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04852198Recruiting
Compare two weight-loss surgeries in people with high BMI
This study compares two types of bariatric surgery to see which one works as well as the other for weight loss and health. You may be a candidate if you have a high BMI and specific related health problems, and if certain stomach and digestive issues don’t apply to you.
Almere StadAges 18–65 - NCT05878912Recruiting
Obesity and weight loss in certain heart failure patients
This study looks at how higher body weight and weight loss affect people who have heart failure with preserved pumping strength. It uses heart scans to measure how the heart and body change, which may help guide future treatment plans.
OxfordAges 18–85 - NCT06391320Recruiting
Obesity database study for simple obesity
This study is looking at people with simple obesity to collect information for a database. It may help doctors better understand and treat obesity in the future.
ShanghaiAges 18–75 - NCT06391671Recruiting
Stress and Weight in Teens: A Personalized Nutrition Study
This study looks at how stress and weight are linked in teenagers. It uses a blood test to find patterns that could lead to personalized nutrition advice. If you join, you'll help researchers understand how your body handles stress and food.
Ghent, Oost-VlaanderenAges 11–17 - NCT07843498RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new weight-loss medicine in adults with overweight or obesity
This study tests a new medication called petrelintide to see how well it helps people lose weight and improve their health. It's for adults with overweight or obesity who have struggled to lose weight with diet alone.
Anniston, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07843485RecruitingPhase 3
Weight loss medication for adults with type 2 diabetes
This study tests a new medicine called petrelintide to help people with excess weight and type 2 diabetes lose weight and improve blood sugar control. It may be an option if you've struggled with weight loss through diet alone.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07843472RecruitingPhase 3
Petrelintide for weight loss in people with heart disease
This study tests a new medication called petrelintide to help people with overweight or obesity and heart disease lose weight. It may offer a new way to manage weight and improve heart health.
Anniston, AlabamaAges 40 years+ - NCT07846033RecruitingPhase 1
Study of the experimental drug VK3019 for adults with overweight or obesity
This early-phase study tests an experimental medicine called VK3019 in adults who are overweight or have obesity but are otherwise healthy. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and how the body handles it, which may lead to future weight-management options.
Lake Forest, CaliforniaAges 18–60 - NCT07849439Recruiting
Stair-climbing exercise snacks for overweight young adults
This study tests whether short bursts of stair climbing (called 'exercise snacks') done twice a week can improve metabolic health in young adults with overweight or obesity. You'll be asked to do stair-climbing sessions and might also consume a meal-replacement shake, so the researchers can see how your body responds.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18–35 - NCT06412536Recruiting
Heart, weight, and hormone trial screening survey
This trial is a quick survey to find out if you may be eligible for future studies on heart health, weight, or hormone-related conditions. It helps researchers match you with the right treatment options.
Brooklyn, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07838740RecruitingPhase 1
Weekly weight-loss medication for healthy adults with obesity
This early-stage trial tests a new once-weekly medication (VK2735) that may help with weight loss. It's for healthy adults with obesity who do not have other significant health problems like diabetes.
Lake Forest, CaliforniaAges 18–60 - NCT07835360Recruiting
Body changes after starting GLP-1 medications for weight or diabetes
This study looks at how your body composition (muscle and fat) changes after you start a GLP-1 medication for obesity or type 2 diabetes. You will be followed for a year with body scans to see the effects.
Mexico City, Mexico CityAges 18 years+ - NCT07839624Recruiting
Using a smartphone app to support patients before and after weight-loss surgery
This study tests a mobile app called Get-Ready that helps you track your health before and after weight-loss surgery. It aims to support you in managing your weight and recovery.
Rome, RMAges 18–65 - NCT07823608RecruitingPhase 3
Monthly study medicine for adults with sleep apnea and overweight who use a breathing machine
This study tests an investigational medicine taken once a month for adults with moderate to severe sleep apnea who are overweight or have obesity and use a CPAP or similar breathing machine. It aims to see if the medicine improves sleep-related breathing.
Cullman, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07817875RecruitingPhase 3
Tirzepatide for weight loss in children aged 6 to under 12
This study tests a once-weekly medication called tirzepatide to help children aged 6 to under 12 with obesity lose weight. It compares the medication to a placebo (inactive shot) to see if it safely helps with weight loss in this age group.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 6–11 - NCT07824453Recruiting
Exercise program for teens with obesity
This study tests a program that uses gentle reminders to help teenagers with obesity exercise more. It aims to see if this approach can help with weight management and improve health.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 10–19 - NCT07822230Recruiting
Dietary guidance for reducing menopause symptoms in overweight women
This trial tests whether a diet based on Brazilian dietary guidelines can help reduce menopause symptoms (like hot flashes and mood changes) in overweight or obese women. If you're in this stage and looking for non-medical ways to feel better, this study might be a good fit.
Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do SulAges 40–65 - NCT05713448Recruiting
Check how common overweight is in adults with type 1 diabetes
This study looks at how many adults with type 1 diabetes have overweight or obesity. It may help improve future care planning for people living with type 1 diabetes.
LeuvenAges Any age - NCT04614961Recruiting
Obesity clinic patient database study
This study collects information about people who visit an obesity clinic. It aims to better understand patients’ health and care needs, which may improve future treatment.
LeuvenAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for obese?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,434 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.