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
- NCT07443059RecruitingPhase 1
Zovaglutide study in people with kidney problems
This study tests an investigational drug called Zovaglutide (ZT002) in people with different levels of kidney function, from normal to severely impaired. The goal is to see how the drug is processed by the body and how safe it is for people with kidney problems.
Xiamen, FujianAges 18–75 - NCT07446439RecruitingPhase 3
Tradipitant for nausea from weight loss injections
This study tests whether the drug tradipitant can help reduce nausea and vomiting caused by weight loss injections like Ozempic or Wegovy. If you have these side effects and are not diabetic, you may be eligible.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07446595Recruiting
Diet and exercise program for adult cancer survivors
This study tests a program to help cancer survivors improve their diet and exercise habits. You will get group support, one-on-one coaching with a dietitian, and supervised exercise sessions for 6 months. It might help you feel better and lower your risk of other health problems.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–75 - NCT07446972Recruiting
Bariatric surgery and female sexual health study
This study looks at how weight-loss surgery (bariatric surgery) affects a woman's sexual function and hormone levels. It follows women who are already scheduled for surgery to see if their sexual health changes after the procedure.
Cairo, Al-Manial CairoAges 18–45 - NCT07447011Recruiting
Glaucoma treatment response with sleep apnea lifestyle changes
This trial tests whether lifestyle changes can help open-angle glaucoma in people who also have obstructive sleep apnea and are obese. It may offer a non-drug way to manage both conditions.
Giza, DokkiAges 30–50 - NCT07447362Recruiting
Managing heart health risks in adults
This study checks if a program to manage heart health risks works better than usual care. If you have a risk factor like high blood pressure, diabetes, or smoking, you may qualify.
Santiago, Santiago MetropolitanAges 18 years+ - NCT07448896Recruiting
Studying immune cells in stomach tissue after weight loss surgery
This study looks at how certain immune cells (mast cells and macrophages) and small blood vessels change in the stomach tissue of people who have weight loss surgery. It may help researchers better understand how the body responds to surgery and weight loss.
Alexandria, Alexandria GovernorateAges Any age - NCT07457437Recruiting
Exercise and medication for weight loss in women
This study tests whether adding resistance exercise to a new weight-loss medication helps women preserve muscle while losing weight. It may be an option for women who want to protect their muscle mass during treatment.
Exeter, DevonAges 25–50 - NCT07461610Recruiting
Stool analysis after sleeve gastrectomy vs gastric bypass
This trial compares changes in stool after two common weight-loss surgeries: sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass. It aims to understand how these surgeries affect digestion and gut health.
Cairo, Al-Manial CairoAges 18–60 - NCT07465341Recruiting
Weight navigation program for weight-related health conditions
This study tests a program to help people with obesity and related health conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure lose weight. Participants work with a care team through virtual visits and text check-ins.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18–75 - NCT07469800RecruitingPhase 3
IBI362 for high blood pressure in overweight adults
This study tests an injectable medicine (IBI362) to see if it helps lower blood pressure in people who are overweight or have obesity. You may be eligible if you have high blood pressure but are not currently taking medication for it, and you do not have diabetes or major heart problems.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07470749Recruiting
Study of fatty liver and nutrition in rural Bangladesh
This study looks at metabolic fatty liver disease (MAFLD) in adults living in a rural area of Bangladesh. It aims to understand how diet and metabolic risk factors like blood sugar or cholesterol relate to the condition, which may help in finding better ways to prevent or manage it.
DhakaAges 18 years+ - NCT07478263Recruiting
Healthy eating trial for Latinas to prevent type 2 diabetes
This study tests a behavioral program designed to help Latinas with prediabetes improve their nutrition and eating patterns to prevent type 2 diabetes. It focuses on reducing cravings and building healthy habits.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18–55 - NCT07479498Recruiting
Family weight health program for children 5–12
This trial tests a family-based program to help children ages 5 to 12 who are above a healthy weight. It focuses on increasing physical activity and healthy habits, and includes text messages from your clinic.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges Any age - NCT07480109Recruiting
More protein while on weight-loss meds in women
This study tests if eating extra protein helps middle-aged women with overweight or obesity who are just starting a GLP-1 medication. You would eat extra protein for a few weeks while staying active as usual.
Austin, TexasAges 30–60 - NCT07481630RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new medicine for weight loss and knee pain
This study tests if a new medicine called NNC0487-0111 can help people with extra weight and knee osteoarthritis lose weight and reduce knee pain. If you have knee pain most days and are willing to stop pain relievers for short periods, you may be able to join.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07674290RecruitingPhase 4
Study of MC4R Agonist for Bardet-Biedl Syndrome and Genetic Obesity
This trial tests a drug called setmelanotide for people with Bardet-Biedl Syndrome (a rare genetic condition) or other severe genetic obesity. It looks at how well the drug works in real-world settings, not just in a lab.
EssenAges Any age - NCT07378072Recruiting
12-week daytime eating study for fatty liver in obesity
This study tests if restricting eating to daytime hours for 12 weeks can reduce liver fat in people with obesity. It aims to help those with fatty liver disease improve their health without medication.
AngersAges 18–65 - NCT07672821Recruiting
Time-restricted eating after weight-loss surgery
This study tests if time-restricted eating (eating only during a set window of hours each day) helps people who have had weight-loss surgery but either didn't lose enough weight or regained weight after surgery. It also includes people with obesity who haven't had surgery.
Bursa, Lütfen Seçiniz.Ages 18–65 - NCT07673822Enrolling by invitation
Heart, kidney, and metabolic disease study in Korea
This study looks at how common heart, kidney, and metabolic problems are in Korea by using health insurance records. It will help doctors understand how often these conditions happen together.
SeoulAges 19 years+ - NCT07571109RecruitingPhase 3
Weight Loss Medicine for Sleep Apnea on CPAP
This study tests a new injectable medicine (NNC0487-0111) to help people lose weight and improve obstructive sleep apnea (a breathing condition during sleep). You must already be using a CPAP machine (positive airway pressure device) for your sleep apnea.
Gilbert, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07487090RecruitingPhase 2
Exercise before or after eating
This study compares exercising on an empty stomach versus after eating to see how it affects energy use. It may help you understand when to exercise for better weight management.
Fort Smith, ArkansasAges 18–59 - NCT07495020Recruiting
Weight loss surgery study for type 2 diabetes
This study tests a new type of weight loss surgery for people with type 2 diabetes and a body mass index (BMI) between 25 and 35. The surgery uses a clip and a special stitch to help with weight loss and diabetes control.
AstanaAges 18–65 - NCT07503210RecruitingPhase 3
Study of a new medicine to maintain weight loss
This study tests an investigational medicine to help people who have lost weight keep it off. It's for adults without diabetes who haven't used similar weight-loss drugs before.
Anniston, AlabamaAges 18 years+
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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.