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 800 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07520929Recruiting
How Sauna Sessions Affect Blood Sugar Control
This study tests whether spending time in a sauna can help your body control blood sugar levels. You'll visit a lab twice to try a sauna session and have your blood sugar measured, which could help researchers understand if heat therapy benefits people with weight or metabolism concerns.
Charlottetown, Prince Edward IslandAges 30–55 - NCT07519980Recruiting
Xanthigen supplement for weight and metabolism in young adults
This study tests whether a supplement called Xanthigen can help people aged 20–50 with mild overweight lose weight and improve their metabolism. You'll take the supplement and have your weight, blood work, and overall health monitored over time.
Murcia, MurciaAges 20–50 - NCT07509307RecruitingPhase 3
Study of a new medicine for weight loss and knee pain in osteoarthritis
This trial tests if a new medicine, NNC0487-0111, can help people with excess weight and knee osteoarthritis lose weight and reduce knee pain. It is for people who have had knee pain for at least three months and who can stop taking pain relievers for short periods before study visits.
Escondido, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07506369Recruiting
How pancreatic polypeptide affects appetite fullness in healthy men
This study tests whether pancreatic polypeptide (a natural hormone) changes how full you feel when combined with another hormone called amylin. It may help us understand appetite control in healthy people.
Hellerup, Capital RegionAges 18–65 - 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 - NCT03087032RecruitingPhase 4
Liraglutide injections vs insulin for uncontrolled type 2 diabetes
This trial compares two treatment approaches—liraglutide injections versus a specific insulin (glargine) injection—plus meal-time insulin dosing (“bolus”) in adults with overweight/obesity and type 2 diabetes that isn’t well controlled. The goal is to see which option works better and is safer for improving blood sugar.
Xiamen, FujianAges 18–75 - NCT06653530Recruiting
Thread embedding acupuncture for weight loss
This trial tests a type of acupuncture called thread embedding to help with weight loss. It's for people who haven't had success with diet and exercise alone and have a higher body weight or weight-related health issues.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 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+ - NCT06594796Recruiting
Lifestyle program for back pain and weight
This trial tests a combined exercise and lifestyle program for people with long-lasting low back pain who are overweight or have obesity. The program is delivered by physical therapists and aims to improve physical function and reduce pain.
AmsterdamAges 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+ - 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 - NCT06795386Recruiting
Widespread pain after rapid weight loss in Black and Hispanic adults
This study looks at whether rapid weight loss from bariatric surgery leads to long-term widespread pain in Black and Hispanic adults. The goal is to understand how weight loss affects pain and find better ways to help people manage it.
New York, New YorkAges 18–75 - NCT07440147Recruiting
Akkermansia and Berberine for night shift workers' insulin sensitivity
This trial tests whether taking a probiotic called Akkermansia muciniphila and a natural plant compound called berberine can improve how your body uses insulin. If you work night shifts regularly, this study may help you find a way to support your metabolic health.
Graz, StyriaAges 21 years+ - 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 - NCT07430007Recruiting
Exercise and diet to reduce AFib burden
This study tests whether a program of exercise and healthy eating changes can reduce how often atrial fibrillation (AFib) happens and help you lose weight. It may be a good fit if you are overweight, have AFib, and are ready to make lifestyle changes.
Jyväskylä, Central FinlandAges 18–75 - NCT07423780Recruiting
Exercise after weight-loss surgery
This study tests a supervised exercise program for people who recently had weight-loss surgery (sleeve gastrectomy or gastric bypass). It aims to help improve physical fitness and recovery after surgery.
Santiago, Santiago MetropolitanAges 18–60 - NCT07409831Recruiting
Incretin drugs, diet, and exercise for weight loss
This trial tests whether combining a new type of weight-loss medication with nutrition advice and physical activity helps people with obesity lose more weight. It’s for adults who are about to start an incretin-based drug for the first time.
Québec, QuebecAges 18–70 - NCT07409064Recruiting
Exercise's effect on cholesterol and blood vessels in teens
This study looks at how a structured exercise program affects cholesterol and blood vessel health in teens with obesity. It may help understand if exercise can improve heart health.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 10–20 - NCT07412782Recruiting
REMS bone scan study for children with bone conditions
This study uses a new ultrasound technology called REMS to check bone health in children aged 5 to 18 who have conditions that weaken bones. It may help find low bone density without radiation.
Florence, TuscanyAges 5–18 - NCT07415720Recruiting
Artichoke and Mediterranean diet to prevent type 2 diabetes
This study tests whether a special extract from artichoke by-products, combined with a Mediterranean diet, can help prevent type 2 diabetes in people who are at risk. It aims to improve how your body handles sugar and insulin.
Pamplona, NavarreAges 18–75 - NCT07401992RecruitingPhase 4
Semaglutide for psoriasis and weight management
This trial tests if semaglutide, a diabetes and weight-loss medication, can improve psoriasis symptoms and reduce inflammation. It may be an option for people with both psoriasis and overweight or obesity, with or without diabetes.
Monterrey, N.L.Ages 18 years+ - NCT06668077Recruiting
Impulse control training and brain stimulation for weight loss
This study tests whether a computer-based training to improve impulse control, combined with a gentle brain stimulation technique (called iTBS), can help people with excess weight. It also looks at how these treatments affect the brain using MRI scans.
GranadaAges 18–60 - NCT07393360Recruiting
Muscle preservation during weight loss with GLP-1 drugs
This trial tests a special medical food to help keep muscle mass while losing weight with GLP-1 medications like liraglutide, semaglutide, or tirzepatide. It's for adults with obesity or overweight with related health issues.
MilanAges 18–65 - NCT07395973Recruiting
Ketogenic drink and muscle health in older adults
This study tests whether a special ketogenic drink taken for 4 weeks can improve how your body uses energy and help maintain muscle health. It may be a good option if you are between 60 and 80, overweight but not diabetic, and not very active.
MaastrichtAges 60–80
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for overweight or obese adults?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 800 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.
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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.