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 1,535 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06425016Recruiting
Robot-assisted vs. traditional sleeve gastrectomy
This study compares two types of weight-loss surgery: one done with the help of a robot and the other done by hand (laparoscopic). Both are types of sleeve gastrectomy, where the stomach is reduced in size. If you qualify for sleeve gastrectomy, this trial may help doctors learn which method works better.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18–70 - NCT06428617Recruiting
Stomach ablation treatment for weight loss
This trial studies a new stomach procedure called fundus ablation to help with weight loss. The doctor uses a device to treat the upper part of your stomach, and you'll follow a special diet long-term.
Cary, North CarolinaAges 18–65 - NCT06438900Recruiting
Studying AGEs and muscle loss in obesity and diabetes
This study is looking at how certain sugar-related proteins (called AGEs) might be linked to muscle loss in people with obesity and type 2 diabetes. It aims to understand why muscle wasting happens in this condition.
NovaraAges 18 years+ - NCT06442124Recruiting
Body weight and glute muscle activity in sacroiliac pain
This study looks at how body weight (BMI) affects a hip muscle (gluteus maximus) in people with sacroiliac joint pain. If you have mild to moderate pain in the lower back/buttock area and are between 20–40 years old, this trial may help understand how your muscle works.
GizaAges 20–40 - NCT06445413Recruiting
Tai Chi for weight loss surgery patients
This trial studies whether Tai Chi can help people who are waiting for weight loss surgery become more active. You would attend weekly Tai Chi classes at a Hartford HealthCare clinic for several weeks.
Hartford, ConnecticutAges 18–70 - NCT06445530Recruiting
Nutrition help for postpartum recovery in Black women
This study tests a nutrition program to help Black women with low income recover after giving birth. You may qualify if you had gestational diabetes, are the main meal planner, and are willing to take online surveys.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06446531RecruitingPhase 1
Preventing diabetes progression in Hispanic adults
This trial tests if a medication can prevent or slow the progression from prediabetes to type 2 diabetes and reduce heart risk. It is for Hispanic adults who are overweight and have prediabetes.
San Antonio, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06455995Recruiting
Daily eating patterns for total health
This study looks at how different daily eating patterns affect your health. If you are overweight or have obesity, you may be able to join and help researchers find better ways to improve well-being.
Knoxville, TennesseeAges 25–60 - NCT06466161Recruiting
Testing a new blood pressure measurement method in pregnant patients
This study is testing a new way to measure blood pressure on your forearm and upper arm. It aims to see if this method works well for pregnant patients, especially those with high blood pressure conditions.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06467578Recruiting
Resting metabolic rate monitoring study
This study tests if you can measure your resting metabolic rate at home using a portable device. It will help researchers understand if this is easy and acceptable for people to do on their own.
Kelowna, British ColumbiaAges 19–65 - NCT06474689Recruiting
EMDR vs. CBT for obese women with binge eating
This trial tests two therapy approaches – EMDR and CBT – to see which works better for women with both obesity and binge eating disorder who are already staying in an Italian hospital. The study focuses on how these treatments may help with eating behaviors and emotional healing.
Piancavallo, VerbaniaAges 18–65 - NCT06484621Recruiting
Preventing weight regain after weight loss surgery with exercise
This study looks at whether increased physical activity can help prevent weight regain after weight loss surgery. It is for people who had gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy in the last 6–20 months and have regained less than 10% of their lost weight.
Hartford, ConnecticutAges 18–64 - NCT07692646Recruiting
Fasting's effect on fat burning and energy in cells
This study looks at how fasting changes the way your body burns fat and how cells produce energy. If you are a healthy adult of normal weight or living with obesity, you may help researchers understand the effects of fasting on metabolism.
CopenhagenAges 18–40 - NCT07288294Recruiting
Primary care strategies for weight management after stopping medication
This study looks at different ways to help you keep weight off after you stop taking a weight loss medication. You will work with your primary care team to learn healthy habits and get support without the drug.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06489262Recruiting
Healthy Together (Juntos) program for Hispanic teens
This study tests a program called Healthy Together (Juntos) to help Hispanic teens and their parents make healthier choices about activity, eating, and screen time. Families who join will get support to improve their habits.
Miami, FloridaAges 12–15 - NCT06504914Recruiting
A lifestyle program for Black female breast cancer survivors
This study tests a lifestyle program designed for Black women who have survived breast cancer. It aims to help with high blood pressure or weight management by teaching healthy cooking and habits.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–99 - NCT06507722Recruiting
Night Owl Metabolism Study
This study from Johns Hopkins looks at how your body's metabolism works when you're an overweight teen or young adult who sleeps enough. It aims to learn more about your 'night owl' internal clock and how it affects your health.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–23 - NCT06509464Recruiting
High-intensity interval training for women with central obesity
This study tests whether high-intensity interval training can improve the severity of metabolic syndrome in women who carry extra weight around their belly. It may help you understand how exercise affects your overall health.
GizaAges 25–45 - NCT06511297Recruiting
How aging and weight affect health: a deep-dive study
This study looks at how aging and body weight affect health and metabolism. Researchers will collect detailed measurements (like scans and blood tests) to understand why some people age better than others. You may join if you are in one of five age/weight groups.
Vienna, State of ViennaAges 18 years+ - NCT06511310Recruiting
Exercise, brain health, and weight maintenance after weight loss surgery
This study looks at how exercise affects brain activity and helps people keep weight off after they have regained some weight following bariatric surgery. You may join if you had weight loss surgery, lost weight, and then regained more than 10% of that lost weight within the last 1 to 5 years.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–70 - NCT06515288Recruiting
School nutrition program for healthy eating in Jakarta teens
This study tests a program in Jakarta high schools that encourages healthier eating habits. If you are in grade 10 or 11, age 15–17, and willing to answer questions, you may be able to join.
Jakarta, The Special Capital Region of JakartaAges 15–17 - NCT06515691Recruiting
Nerve block for pain after weight loss surgery
This study tests a nerve block (an injection near the nerves) to see if it helps reduce pain after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy. The block is called a modified thoracoabdominal nerve plane block, and it may lead to better pain control and recovery.
Istanbul, BagcilarAges 18–65 - NCT06522529Recruiting
Project to improve care with proven methods
This project helps hospital and nursing home teams improve daily care by using proven methods for hand hygiene and another health topic like pain, falls, or smoking. It’s a chance for your unit to join a quality-improvement effort that can make care safer and more effective.
MadridAges Any age - NCT06530212Recruiting
Comparing two weight loss surgeries for severe obesity
This trial compares two types of weight loss surgery for people with severe obesity. Both procedures aim to help you lose weight and improve health conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure.
MinyaAges 18–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for overweight or obese?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,535 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.