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
- NCT07036692Recruiting
Weight loss study for adults with extra weight and health risks
This study tests a simple plan to help people with overweight and related health risks lose weight over a long time. You would follow the plan at home, chew a special gum, and send in a stool sample to see how your gut health changes.
BernAges 25 years+ - NCT01793168Recruiting
Rare disease registry and history study
This study keeps a registry (a structured list) of people with rare diseases and may also track how the condition changes over time. It can help researchers better understand rare illnesses and find gaps in care, which may improve future treatments.
Sioux Falls, South DakotaAges Any age - NCT07031986Recruiting
Lung surgery study for people with obesity
This trial compares two devices (bronchial blockers vs. double-lumen tubes) for one-lung ventilation during lung cancer surgery in people with obesity. It aims to find which method works better for this group.
Palma de Mallorca, Balearic IslandsAges 18–90 - NCT06690788Recruiting
Couples program to prevent type 2 diabetes (PreventT2 Together)
This research study looks at whether a lifestyle program designed for couples can help prevent type 2 diabetes. Both partners take part together, and the program is based on the National Diabetes Prevention Program.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18 years+ - NCT07021638Recruiting
Walking training at home in virtual reality for children with chronic illnesses
This trial tests a home-based walking program using virtual reality games to help children with chronic conditions like cerebral palsy, obesity, or neuromuscular disease improve their walking and physical activity. It's designed to see if training at home with VR is effective and enjoyable.
AngersAges 6–17 - NCT07017127Recruiting
Remission of type 2 diabetes with lifestyle changes
This trial tests whether a lifestyle program can help people recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes achieve remission. It focuses on diet and physical activity, not medications.
SplitAges 20–69 - NCT07010757Recruiting
PTSD and weight management study for veterans
This study tests a new program that combines PTSD treatment with weight management for veterans. It aims to help with both mental health and weight loss at the same time.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18 years+ - NCT07010432RecruitingPhase 1
Trial of Cagrilintide for bone health in postmenopausal women
This trial tests whether cagrilintide, a medicine similar to a natural hormone called amylin, can affect bone health. It is for postmenopausal women with obesity who do not have bone disease or other conditions affecting bone metabolism.
HerlevAges 50–70 - NCT07000539Recruiting
Green dye test in repeat weight loss surgery
This trial tests if a green dye, injected during repeat weight loss surgery, helps surgeons see blood flow better. It may reduce complications for people having a second bariatric procedure.
Tijuana, Estado de Baja CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07000825Enrolling by invitation
Yerba mate extract for improving metabolic health in overweight adults
This trial tests whether a daily yerba mate extract can help reduce metabolic syndrome in overweight people. You would take the extract for a period while keeping your usual diet and activities.
Realeza, ParanáAges 40–65 - NCT06989177Recruiting
Can a probiotic help with body weight?
This trial tests whether taking a probiotic (a good bacteria supplement) can help with body weight. It is for healthy adults, and also for overweight or obese people who have certain weight-related health issues.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 20–50 - NCT06989203Recruiting
Protein supplement study for body weight
This trial tests how protein supplements affect body weight in people who are either normal weight or overweight. The goal is to see if adding protein helps with weight management.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 20–50 - NCT06746623Recruiting
Non-endoscopic screening for Barrett's in veterans without reflux
This trial tests a new, non-endoscopic screening method for Barrett's esophagus (a condition that can lead to cancer) in veterans who do not have chronic acid reflux. It aims to find early signs of the condition using a simple swallowable device, potentially avoiding the need for a traditional endoscopy.
Cleveland, OhioAges 40–85 - NCT02904291Recruiting
Blood-pressure medicine study around weight-loss surgery
This study checks how amlodipine (a blood-pressure medicine) gets absorbed in your body before and after gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy. It may help doctors better manage blood pressure medicines after weight-loss surgery.
TrondheimAges 18–70 - NCT04422405Recruiting
One-anastomosis stomach bypass study for reflux and stomach changes
This study looks at how a one-anastomosis gastric bypass changes how your stomach and esophagus work, especially relating to acid reflux. You may be offered the planned surgery if you fit the weight and heartburn/reflux-related conditions, and the team will measure changes before and after.
Schlieren, Canton of ZurichAges 18–65 - NCT05816798RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Laser treatment to reduce chronic knee pain before weight-surgery
This trial tests whether photobiomodulation (a type of laser/light therapy) can reduce chronic pain in both knees for people preparing for bariatric (weight-loss) surgery. If you have knee pain that limits daily life, the treatment may help you feel better while you’re in the pre-surgery rehabilitation period.
Goiânia, GoiásAges 18–70 - NCT06870578Recruiting
Building healthy eating habits for preteens
This trial helps researchers develop programs to support healthy eating in kids ages 9-11 with overweight. It involves focus groups, and some parts include brain scans to understand eating habits.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 9 years+ - NCT03298334RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing vaginal bacteria transfer to newborns after C-section
This study looks at whether they can safely place “healthy vaginal bacteria” from the mother into the newborn after a scheduled C-section, and whether it improves the baby’s health. It only enrolls certain mothers and babies based on infection testing and other health factors.
Falls Church, VirginiaAges birth–50 years - NCT04715022RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Vitamin C study for insulin resistance in obesity
This early-stage study tests whether vitamin C (and possibly how your body uses it) affects blood vessel function in people with obesity and insulin resistance. You may be asked to stop certain supplements before starting so researchers can measure the effect more clearly.
Kansas City, KansasAges 35–65 - NCT06969235Recruiting
Family weight loss program for teens
This study tests a family-based weight loss program for teens ages 13-17 who have overweight or obesity. It looks at how thinking skills (like planning and focus) affect the program's success.
Columbia, MissouriAges 13–17 - NCT06966258Recruiting
Heart health program for Black women in Birmingham
This trial tests a program called Inspire HER, which aims to improve heart and emotional health for Black women with early-stage cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome. You may qualify if you have this condition and live in the Birmingham area.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 30–79 - NCT03455868Recruiting
Bone health check after bariatric surgery in people with diabetes
This study looks at how bariatric (weight-loss) surgery affects bone health in adults with type 2 diabetes. It may help doctors understand who needs extra bone protection after surgery.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18–60 - NCT03762395RecruitingPhase 2
Study of anti-inflammatory asthma molecules in adults
This Phase 2 study tests anti-inflammatory lipid mediators in people with asthma. You may be eligible if your asthma is not well controlled despite regular inhaler use and you meet the specific lung function and health criteria.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–65 - NCT06547515Recruiting
Bone and muscle health after sleeve gastrectomy
This study looks at how sleeve gastrectomy surgery affects bone and muscle health in men and women at different life stages (before and after menopause). It compares people having the surgery with those who qualify but don't have it.
QuébecAges 18 years+
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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.