Clinical trials
Obesity clinical trials
Excess body weight that increases the risk of many other health conditions. We’re tracking 1,500 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06392854RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Fat tissue and insulin in obesity
This early-phase trial tests how fat tissue in different parts of the body responds to insulin. It may help researchers understand why some people with obesity are more prone to health problems like diabetes or heart disease.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18–65 - NCT06396871Recruiting
Blood cell study in metabolic diseases
This study looks at blood cells and factors in people with metabolic diseases like fatty liver, prediabetes, or type 2 diabetes. It aims to better understand these conditions by comparing them with healthy volunteers.
Dresden, SaxonyAges 18 years+ - NCT06408961Recruiting
EVs in Obesity and Cardiometabolic Disease
This study looks at tiny particles released by cells (called extracellular vesicles, or EVs) in people with obesity and related heart health issues. Researchers want to see if these particles are different in people with obesity and diabetes, which could help find new ways to treat or prevent heart problems.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06409962Recruiting
New school program for childhood obesity and prediabetes
This study tests a new program to help children with obesity, focusing on those with slightly higher blood sugar (prediabetes). It takes place at a school and requires both parent and child consent.
CórdobaAges 6–16 - NCT06414096RecruitingPhase 1
Can a fertility drug help women with obesity get pregnant?
This study tests if a special way of giving a fertility drug (FSH) can improve pregnancy chances in women with obesity who are having trouble conceiving. It aims to understand how the drug affects reproductive health.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 19–37 - NCT06416969RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Study of fat breakdown in overweight adults
This study looks at how fat cells in the belly release fat. Researchers want to learn more about fat breakdown in people who are overweight or obese. If you join, you may get a drug that helps them measure fat activity.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18–65 - NCT06420700Recruiting
Stomach Lining Ablation with Sleeve Gastroplasty for Weight Loss
This study combines two endoscopic procedures to help you lose weight: one that reduces the size of your stomach and one that alters the stomach lining. It is designed for people who are ready to commit to long-term diet changes.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18–65 - NCT06425016Recruiting
Robot-assisted vs. traditional sleeve gastrectomy
This study compares two types of weight-loss surgery: one done with the help of a robot and the other done by hand (laparoscopic). Both are types of sleeve gastrectomy, where the stomach is reduced in size. If you qualify for sleeve gastrectomy, this trial may help doctors learn which method works better.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18–70 - NCT06426693Recruiting
Brain training for food cravings
This study tests a brain-training technique called neurofeedback to help reduce food cravings. You'll get MRI scans while learning to control brain activity related to cravings.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18–60 - NCT06428617Recruiting
Stomach ablation treatment for weight loss
This trial studies a new stomach procedure called fundus ablation to help with weight loss. The doctor uses a device to treat the upper part of your stomach, and you'll follow a special diet long-term.
Cary, North CarolinaAges 18–65 - NCT06432790Recruiting
In-person vs online healthy living and asthma program for kids
This study compares two programs for helping children with asthma who are overweight or obese — one that is held in person and another that is offered online. It tests whether learning about healthy habits and asthma management works better when done face-to-face or on a computer.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 4–17 - NCT06438900Recruiting
Studying AGEs and muscle loss in obesity and diabetes
This study is looking at how certain sugar-related proteins (called AGEs) might be linked to muscle loss in people with obesity and type 2 diabetes. It aims to understand why muscle wasting happens in this condition.
NovaraAges 18 years+ - NCT06442124Recruiting
Body weight and glute muscle activity in sacroiliac pain
This study looks at how body weight (BMI) affects a hip muscle (gluteus maximus) in people with sacroiliac joint pain. If you have mild to moderate pain in the lower back/buttock area and are between 20–40 years old, this trial may help understand how your muscle works.
GizaAges 20–40 - NCT06445413Recruiting
Tai Chi for weight loss surgery patients
This trial studies whether Tai Chi can help people who are waiting for weight loss surgery become more active. You would attend weekly Tai Chi classes at a Hartford HealthCare clinic for several weeks.
Hartford, ConnecticutAges 18–70 - NCT06445530Recruiting
Nutrition help for postpartum recovery in Black women
This study tests a nutrition program to help Black women with low income recover after giving birth. You may qualify if you had gestational diabetes, are the main meal planner, and are willing to take online surveys.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06446531RecruitingPhase 1
Preventing diabetes progression in Hispanic adults
This trial tests if a medication can prevent or slow the progression from prediabetes to type 2 diabetes and reduce heart risk. It is for Hispanic adults who are overweight and have prediabetes.
San Antonio, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06455995Recruiting
Daily eating patterns for total health
This study looks at how different daily eating patterns affect your health. If you are overweight or have obesity, you may be able to join and help researchers find better ways to improve well-being.
Knoxville, TennesseeAges 25–60 - NCT06466161Recruiting
Testing a new blood pressure measurement method in pregnant patients
This study is testing a new way to measure blood pressure on your forearm and upper arm. It aims to see if this method works well for pregnant patients, especially those with high blood pressure conditions.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06467578Recruiting
Resting metabolic rate monitoring study
This study tests if you can measure your resting metabolic rate at home using a portable device. It will help researchers understand if this is easy and acceptable for people to do on their own.
Kelowna, British ColumbiaAges 19–65 - NCT06474689Recruiting
EMDR vs. CBT for obese women with binge eating
This trial tests two therapy approaches – EMDR and CBT – to see which works better for women with both obesity and binge eating disorder who are already staying in an Italian hospital. The study focuses on how these treatments may help with eating behaviors and emotional healing.
Piancavallo, VerbaniaAges 18–65 - NCT06477705Recruiting
Energy cost of 1-hour football training for men with metabolic syndrome
This trial measures how much energy you burn during one hour of football training. It aims to understand exercise energy use in people with metabolic syndrome, which could help guide future exercise programs.
TrikalaAges 40–60 - NCT06481020Recruiting
Plant sterols for heart health in overweight adults
This study tests whether plant sterols (natural compounds found in plants) can help improve cholesterol and other heart health markers. If you are overweight and have high LDL cholesterol, you may be able to join this study to see if adding plant sterols to your diet helps.
ValenciaAges 18–80 - NCT06484621Recruiting
Preventing weight regain after weight loss surgery with exercise
This study looks at whether increased physical activity can help prevent weight regain after weight loss surgery. It is for people who had gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy in the last 6–20 months and have regained less than 10% of their lost weight.
Hartford, ConnecticutAges 18–64 - NCT06595251Recruiting
Fit2Play park study for better health
This trial looks at health programs in Miami-Dade parks. If you are already in the Fit2Play study, your data will be used to learn how these programs help people get healthier.
Miami, FloridaAges 6–14
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for obesity?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,500 recruiting obesity 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 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 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.