Clinical trials
Overweight or Obese clinical trials
Below are recruiting overweight or obese clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,472 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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+ - NCT07817875RecruitingPhase 3
Tirzepatide for weight loss in children aged 6 to under 12
This study tests a once-weekly medication called tirzepatide to help children aged 6 to under 12 with obesity lose weight. It compares the medication to a placebo (inactive shot) to see if it safely helps with weight loss in this age group.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 6–11 - NCT07824453Recruiting
Exercise program for teens with obesity
This study tests a program that uses gentle reminders to help teenagers with obesity exercise more. It aims to see if this approach can help with weight management and improve health.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 10–19 - 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 - NCT07810517Recruiting
Probiotic and fiber supplement for memory in obesity
This study tests a daily supplement (a probiotic called Lactobacillus acidophilus plus a fiber called inulin) to see if it might help improve memory and thinking in adults with long-term obesity and mild cognitive impairment. If you qualify, you would take the supplement or a placebo for a period of time while the study team monitors your cognitive function.
Huixquilucan, State of MexicoAges 30–40 - NCT07811115Recruiting
Physical activity and heart health in teens with obesity
This study looks at how different levels of physical activity and sitting time relate to the thickness of the carotid artery (the main artery in the neck) in teenagers with obesity. This may help doctors understand how to better protect heart health in young people.
Palavas-les-FlotsAges 11–18 - NCT07804290Enrolling by invitation
Recovery and satisfaction after metabolic surgery
This study looks at how well patients recover and how satisfied they are after metabolic surgery (weight-loss surgery) at a hospital in Gauteng, South Africa. It uses simple questionnaires to understand the patient experience.
Ga-Rankuwa, GautengAges 18 years+ - NCT07796503Recruiting
Comparing two ways to measure the bypass in weight-loss surgery
This study compares two methods for choosing the length of the intestinal bypass in a weight-loss surgery called one-anastomosis gastric bypass. It may help improve weight loss and reduce complications.
AlmatyAges 18–65 - NCT07787468Enrolling by invitation
Videolaryngoscopes for airway management in severely obese patients
This study compares different videolaryngoscopes for airway management during bariatric surgery in people with severe obesity, aiming to improve safety and ease of intubation.
Radom, Masovian VoivodeshipAges 18 years+ - NCT07782281Recruiting
Early discharge with home care after weight-loss surgery
This study compares early discharge from the hospital with follow-up care at home versus the usual hospital stay after bariatric (weight-loss) surgery. It aims to see if going home early with home care is safe and reduces costs.
Sabadell, BarcelonaAges 18–65 - NCT05120492Recruiting
Program for severe knee arthritis and extreme weight
This feasibility study tests a practical approach to help people with very severe knee arthritis and very high body weight. It aims to find an effective and safe way to manage both conditions together in real-world care.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges 18–65 - NCT07774065Recruiting
Ventilation strategies in obese patients during laparoscopic surgery
This study tests different ways of using a breathing machine (ventilator) during laparoscopic surgery in people with obesity. The goal is to find a safer and more effective ventilation method for this group.
Galveston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07744022Recruiting
Exercise comparison for children with obesity
This study compares two types of exercise programs — progressive neuromuscular stabilization exercises versus aerobic exercises — to see which one better improves body composition and balance in children with obesity. It aims to find a fun, effective way to help kids move better and feel healthier.
IstanbulAges 12–18 - NCT06616714Recruiting
Weight loss procedure for people with obesity and IBD
This study tests a weight-loss procedure called endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (a stomach-reducing procedure done through a scope) in people with both obesity and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). It aims to see if the procedure is safe and helpful for this group.
RomaAges 18–70 - NCT05477212Recruiting
Study gut leakiness in obesity and fatty liver with a ketogenic diet
This study looks at “gut permeability,” sometimes called intestinal leakiness, in people with obesity and fatty liver disease. It tests whether a ketogenic (very low-carb) diet changes gut leakiness and fatty liver measurements.
Castellana Grotte, BARIAges 18–65 - NCT07736547Enrolling by invitation
AI-guided supplement for weight loss
This study tests a nutritional supplement (guided by your gut bacteria) to help with weight loss, along with lifestyle advice. It might be a good fit if you are overweight but not diabetic and have not used weight-loss medications recently.
IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT07734311RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a weight-loss injection for knee arthritis pain
This study tests whether an experimental weight-loss injection can reduce knee pain in people who are obese and have knee osteoarthritis. It may help if you have been unable to lose weight through diet and exercise and have moderate knee pain.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–75 - NCT05974995Recruiting
Robotic or standard surgery for early uterine cancer in obesity
This trial compares robotic-assisted surgery versus standard laparoscopic surgery for people with early-stage uterine (endometrial) cancer and a BMI of 30 or higher. The goal is to see which approach is safer and works better for this group.
RomeAges 18–75 - NCT06626113Recruiting
Nerve activity and obesity study
This trial looks at how the nerves that control blood pressure work in people with obesity and insulin resistance. It may help explain why some people develop high blood pressure and others don't.
Kansas City, KansasAges 18–79 - NCT06395246Recruiting
Weight loss and tiny cell particles study
This study looks at how weight loss from a special diet affects tiny particles in your blood, called microvesicles, that help control your body's energy use. It may help us understand why weight loss improves health for people with obesity.
Tarragona, TarragonaAges 18–70 - NCT07731139RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new medicine for people with obesity
This study tests how different amounts of the study medicine PF-08642534 are tolerated and how they work in the body of people with obesity. It aims to find a safe dose for future studies.
Lake Forest, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - NCT07731438Recruiting
Calorie restriction and bone marrow fat in obesity and diabetes
This study tests whether a calorie-restricted diet can change the fat in your bone marrow and how it relates to bone health and energy use. It is for premenopausal women and men who are either obese or lean and do not have diabetes.
PragueAges 21–55 - NCT05277532Recruiting
Exercise and sleep timing for overweight type 1 diabetes
This trial studies whether changing daily sleep timing (circadian rhythm) and doing physical exercise can improve health outcomes in people who are overweight and have type 1 diabetes (or in some healthy people). It may help by seeing what combinations of routine and activity are most beneficial.
StockholmAges 18–50 - NCT06642363RecruitingPhase 1
Astaxanthin for PCOS symptoms and heart health
This trial tests if astaxanthin, a natural antioxidant, can improve PCOS symptoms and heart-related health in women with PCOS who are overweight but not pregnant or breastfeeding.
Isfahan, IsfahanAges 18–45
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for overweight or obese?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,472 recruiting overweight or obese 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 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 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.