Clinical trials
Obesity (Disorder) clinical trials
Below are recruiting obesity (disorder) clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 85 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06847399RecruitingPhase 2
Tirzepatide for Binge Eating Disorder
This trial tests if tirzepatide (a weekly injection) can help reduce binge eating compared to a placebo or another medication (lisdexamfetamine dimesylate). It may be a good fit for people with moderate or severe binge eating disorder who also have a high body weight.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT07136714RecruitingPhase 4
Semaglutide for depression in people with overweight
This study tests whether a weekly injection of semaglutide (a medication used for weight loss and diabetes) can help reduce symptoms of depression in people who have major depressive disorder and are overweight or obese.
Hillerød, DenmarkAges 18–65 - NCT07033221Recruiting
Balance and inner ear function in obesity
This study looks at how obesity affects your sense of balance (vestibular function). It compares people with obesity who are candidates for weight-loss surgery to people without obesity, to see if weight affects balance.
Istanbul, KüçükçekmeceAges 18–60 - NCT05223530Recruiting
Study of how pregnancy programs future child health
This study follows mothers who previously joined two specific pregnancy research programs, to understand why some children may be more likely to develop weight and heart-related health problems later. If you were part of those original studies, your information could help researchers look for early predictors and prevention ideas.
HelsinkiAges 11–55 - NCT05747976Recruiting
Study for children with very high body size measurements
This study is building a program database for children who have unusually high body size measurements for their age. By collecting genetic and health information, researchers hope to better understand causes of obesity and guide care.
Houston, TexasAges Any age - 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+ - NCT07618741Recruiting
Improving AF Ablation Outcomes in Patients with Obesity
This study tests whether special care strategies can help obese patients have better results after a catheter ablation procedure for atrial fibrillation (a heart rhythm problem). Catheter ablation uses heat or cold to fix the irregular heartbeats.
TaipeiAges 20 years+ - NCT06236932Recruiting
Infection risk in obesity study
This study looks at how obesity and related conditions affect your body's ability to fight infections. It may help find ways to prevent illness in people with obesity.
NaplesAges 18–65 - NCT07255274Recruiting
Sleep help for teens with overweight or obesity
This study tests whether a behavior-based sleep program can help teenagers aged 13–17 who are overweight or have obesity and also have sleep problems. The goal is to see if improving sleep can help with weight management.
CovilhaAges 13–17 - NCT06067763Enrolling by invitation
Project Health: Preventing unhealthy weight gain in young adults
This study tests a program to help young adults improve their eating and exercise habits, with the goal of preventing obesity. It is designed for people who are concerned about their weight and want to make healthier lifestyle choices.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 17–20 - NCT07083557Recruiting
Validation study for lab tests on hormones and metabolism
This study checks if lab tests used for hormone, heart, metabolism, and muscle disorders are accurate and reliable. You might be eligible if you are an adult with a body mass index between 16 and 60.
Columbia, MissouriAges 18–100 - NCT07539766Recruiting
Obesity Surgery Study to Prevent Heart Problems
This study follows people with obesity who are having weight-loss surgery to see if the surgery can help prevent a specific type of heart problem (HFpEF) that sometimes develops in people carrying excess weight. Researchers will track your heart health and metabolism before and after surgery.
Heerlen, LimburgAges 35 years+ - NCT07239167Enrolling by invitation
Weight change study for adults with obesity
This study looks at how weight changes affect health in adults with obesity. You may qualify if you have a high BMI and are willing to try a weight loss program.
Taipei, Zhongzheng DistAges 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+ - NCT07052539Recruiting
Kidney disease in heart failure with obesity
This study looks at how kidney disease relates to a type of heart failure (called HFpEF) that often happens in people with obesity. It will help doctors understand this connection better.
Jackson, MississippiAges 18–75 - NCT06288568Recruiting
Night shift work and obesity risk study
This study looks at how night shift work affects weight and health in hospital and factory workers. They want to see if working nights changes your body's hormones and risk for obesity.
Vienna, State of ViennaAges 21 years+ - NCT07169136Recruiting
A weight-loss medication for PCOS in teenage girls
This trial tests a medication called a GLP-1 agonist (a type of drug that helps with weight loss and blood sugar) to see if it can improve how your brain and reproductive system work, which may help with PCOS symptoms and fertility. The study is for teenage girls with PCOS who are also obese, and it could offer an option if lifestyle changes alone haven't been enough.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 12–18 - NCT07185555Recruiting
Low-carb diet for type 1 diabetes and obesity
This study tests a very low-energy ketogenic diet (a special low-carb, low-calorie diet) in adults with type 1 diabetes and obesity who use an automated insulin pump. It aims to see if this diet helps with weight loss and blood sugar control.
Bari, ItalyAges 18–99 - NCT01869530Recruiting
Nutrition check for preschool kids at participating clinics
This study measures nutrition (what and how much children eat) in young kids during regular primary care visits. It may help improve how doctors check and support children’s nutrition in early childhood.
Toronto, OntarioAges Up to 5 years - NCT07728669Recruiting
Digital diet app for people on GLP-1 therapy
This study tests a smartphone app that gives dietary advice to people who are overweight or obese and also take a GLP-1 medication (like semaglutide) for weight or diabetes. The app will help you follow a healthy eating plan while using the medication.
AlmatyAges 21–65 - NCT07663942Recruiting
Reducing sitting time and boosting fitness before and after weight-loss surgery
This study tests a program to help women reduce sitting time and increase physical fitness before and after bariatric surgery (like gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy). It aims to improve long-term health outcomes.
Santa Maria da FeiraAges 18 years+ - NCT07543666Recruiting
Exercise and inflammation markers in healthy young adults
This study looks at how starting a structured exercise program affects inflammation in the body. Researchers want to understand the link between physical activity and inflammation markers in healthy young adults.
München, BavariaAges 18–45 - NCT07294950RecruitingPhase 3
What happens when you stop semaglutide after weight loss
This study looks at what happens to your body and weight when you stop taking semaglutide (Wegovy/Ozempic) after losing at least 10% of your starting weight. The goal is to understand how your metabolism and heart health change once the medication is paused.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–75 - NCT06881485Recruiting
Medication with or without a special diet for weight regain after bariatric surgery
This study tests if a combination of two drugs (naltrexone and bupropion) with or without a very low-calorie ketogenic diet can help people who have regained weight after gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy. It may offer a non-surgical option to manage weight regain.
Leuven, Vlaams-BrabantAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for obesity (disorder)?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 85 recruiting obesity (disorder) 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 obesity (disorder) 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 obesity (disorder) 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.