Clinical trials
Overweight or Obese Adults clinical trials
Below are recruiting overweight or obese adults clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 808 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07559136RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of HRS9531 injection for teen obesity
This study tests whether a new injectable medication called HRS9531 is safe and well-tolerated in teenagers aged 12–17 with obesity. Researchers will monitor how your body handles the medication and whether it affects your weight.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 12–18 - NCT07141342Recruiting
Bed scale weight loss program for wheelchair users
This study tests if using a special bed scale helps wheelchair users lose more weight during a weight loss program. Participants will follow a weight loss plan, and half will get the bed scale to track their weight at home.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07693231RecruitingPhase 1
Study of BI 3034701 for healthy or overweight Japanese people
This trial tests different doses of a new medicine in healthy Japanese people and those with obesity or overweight. It aims to see how well the body handles the drug and if it is safe.
Fukuoka, FukuokaAges 18–64 - NCT06497595Recruiting
Lifestyle program to prevent muscle loss in older adults with diabetes on semaglutide
This trial tests whether a lifestyle program (diet and exercise) can help prevent muscle loss in people 65 and older with type 2 diabetes and obesity who are taking semaglutide. It may help you keep your strength and independence while losing weight.
Jerusalem, IsraelAges 65 years+ - NCT06745570Recruiting
Sleep, decision-making, and eating habits study for teens with obesity
This study tests whether improving sleep and decision-making skills helps teenagers with obesity make healthier eating choices. It involves both teens and their parents or guardians.
Wilmington, DelawareAges 14–18 - NCT03880422Recruiting
Exercise and nutrition for weight and frailty after prostate cancer treatment
This study tests whether a structured exercise and nutrition program can improve obesity-related frailty and overall function in people with advanced prostate cancer who are taking hormone therapy (ADT). It may help with strength, mobility, and healthier body weight during/after ADT.
Buffalo, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07703683Recruiting
Muscle health in metabolic and hormone diseases
This trial looks at how muscle health is affected by metabolic or hormone disorders, aiming to find better markers for muscle loss called sarcopenia.
Woluwe-Saint-Pierre - Sint-Pieters-WoluweAges 18 years+ - NCT04228978Recruiting
Lifestyle weight-loss program for people with PAD to stay mobile
This trial tests whether a healthy-lifestyle weight-loss program can help people with peripheral artery disease (PAD) lose weight and prevent worsening mobility. You may be eligible if you have PAD based on specific leg blood-flow test results and a higher body weight.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT04242069Recruiting
Lifestyle coaching for overweight women trying to conceive
This trial tests a lifestyle program (using a smartphone) to help overweight women improve health before pregnancy while trying to conceive within the next year. It may help you and your partner build healthy habits before pregnancy.
Québec, QuebecAges 18–40 - 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+ - NCT04805502Recruiting
Pregnancy exercise program to help prevent childhood obesity
This trial studies whether a structured exercise program during pregnancy can help lower the risk of childhood obesity. If you qualify, you may be asked to exercise during early pregnancy and share information with the research team.
Greenville, North CarolinaAges 18–45 - NCT05107908Recruiting
Test brain and behavior effects of a hidden message on eating
This study tests whether a subtle “priming” approach can improve eating behaviors in people with obesity. It also looks at brain activity during the process to understand how the approach may work.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–65 - NCT05459636Recruiting
Breathing muscle training for adults with obesity
This trial tests whether strengthening your breathing muscles (using a device) can improve health and breathing-related symptoms in adults with obesity. It’s meant for people who are otherwise medically stable and meet specific safety rules.
Tallahassee, FloridaAges 18–45 - NCT05674799Recruiting
Program to lower future obesity and diabetes risks
This trial tests a lifestyle and coaching program (NDPP-NextGen) to help reduce the chances of obesity and diabetes risk passing to the next generation. It’s for people planning a pregnancy soon and who may be at higher risk due to body weight.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 18–39 - NCT05798494Recruiting
Pre-pregnancy weight loss plan to protect child weight
This study tests whether a very low-calorie weight loss program before pregnancy can improve the chance that a child will have a healthier weight later. It follows families and stores samples from the child at home.
AarhusAges 18–38 - NCT05799222Recruiting
Nutrition program for obesity and diabetes risk
This trial tests a medically guided nutrition program to help improve weight and blood sugar in adults with obesity or early diabetes risk. It specifically targets people who meet income guidelines and don’t already use most diabetes or anti-obesity medicines.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–65 - NCT05866107Recruiting
App and smart scale program for weight loss in bipolar or schizophrenia
This study tests whether using a health app and smart body-fat scales helps people who are overweight or obese lose weight. It is designed for adults with bipolar disorder or schizophrenia who are stable and can safely follow the weight-loss and activity plan.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–60 - NCT05933499RecruitingPhase 2
Tirzepatide and bimagrumab for body fat and insulin sensitivity
This Phase 2 study tests two medicines to see how they change body fat, insulin sensitivity, and bone health in adults with obesity. It may help people who have tried lifestyle changes to lose weight but have not been able to, though diabetes and several health conditions must be ruled out first.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05942287Recruiting
Weight and weight loss study in heart failure with weak pumping
This study looks at how obesity and weight loss affect people living with heart failure where the heart pumping strength is reduced. It uses heart imaging (MRI) to measure the heart and may help clarify what weight changes do for symptoms and heart function.
Jersey, JerseyAges 18–85 - NCT06067906Recruiting
Weight loss diet after pre-eclampsia in overweight women
This trial tests whether a special diet (either a low-calorie or a 'dissociated' diet) helps women who have had pre-eclampsia lose weight. It may help you reduce future health risks.
Le MansAges 18–45 - NCT06124456Recruiting
Vigorous vs. moderate exercise for liver fat reduction
This study compares high-intensity exercise to moderate-intensity exercise to see which is better at reducing fat in the liver for people with obesity and fatty liver disease.
Hong KongAges 18–69 - NCT06209996Recruiting
Weight management program for Chinese cancer survivors
This trial is for Chinese cancer survivors who are overweight. It offers a weight management program to help you live healthier after treatment.
Hong KongAges 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 - NCT06321458Recruiting
Intensive weight loss program vs. usual care for obesity
This trial compares an intensive weight loss program to usual care for adults with severe obesity and related health problems. It aims to see if a structured program helps people lose more weight and improve their health.
FrederiksbergAges 18–60
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for overweight or obese adults?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 808 recruiting overweight or obese adults 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 overweight or obese adults 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 overweight or obese adults 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.