Clinical trials · North Carolina
Overweight clinical trials in North Carolina
We’re tracking 35 recruiting overweight studies with a site in North Carolina — including Phase 1, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in North Carolina
- NCT03885245RecruitingPhase 2
L-citrulline supplement for overweight adults with later-onset asthma
This Phase 2 trial tests whether adding L-citrulline can improve asthma control in overweight adults whose asthma started later in life. It compares your asthma symptoms and lung testing results to see if the supplement helps when asthma is already being treated.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–65 - 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 - 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 - NCT06623669RecruitingPhase 2
Mobile program to reduce pain and improve health in older adults
This trial tests a mobile program to help reduce pain and improve health in older adults with knee or hip arthritis who are not very active. The program involves exercise and may help with weight management.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 65 years+ - NCT06671119Recruiting
Weight regain treatment after sleeve gastrectomy with mucosal ablation
This trial tests a procedure to help people who have regained weight after a sleeve gastrectomy. It uses a special technique to treat the stomach lining and may help you lose weight again.
Cary, North CarolinaAges 22–60 - NCT06724406Recruiting
Family-centered weight loss for Black adults
This trial tests a weight loss program for Black adults and a family partner. You and a family member work together to lose weight with support from a smartphone or computer.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 18–75 - NCT06734312Recruiting
Stomach procedure to maintain weight loss after GLP-1s
This study is for people who have lost weight using semaglutide or tirzepatide and are stopping that medication. It tests a stomach procedure (called mucosal ablation) to see if it can help you keep the weight off after stopping the drug.
Cary, North CarolinaAges 21–65 - NCT07446998RecruitingPhase 2
Study on enobosarm for weight loss in older adults on semaglutide
This trial tests if adding enobosarm (a muscle-preserving drug) to semaglutide (a weight-loss medication) can help older adults maintain muscle and improve physical function while losing weight. It may be an option for people who are already taking semaglutide and want to prevent muscle loss.
Fayetteville, North CarolinaAges 65–100 - 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.
Statesville, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07570758RecruitingPhase 2
Testing ERX1000 to Help Adults Manage Obesity
This study tests whether a new medication called ERX1000 is safe and well-tolerated in adults with obesity. The trial will help doctors understand if this treatment could be helpful for weight management.
Monroe, North CarolinaAges 18–60 - NCT07607587RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new weight-loss drug for people who couldn't tolerate GLP-1 shots
This study tests a new injectable medication called cagrilintide for people with obesity who had to stop GLP-1 drugs (like Ozempic or Wegovy) because of stomach problems. The goal is to see if cagrilintide causes fewer stomach side effects while still helping with weight.
Monroe, North CarolinaAges 18 years+
Overweight trials by city in North Carolina
Where these studies are running in North Carolina
Institutions with a site for the recruiting overweight studies listed above.
- Monroe Biomedical Research · 2 studies
- True You Weight Loss · 2 studies
- Wake Forest University Health Sciences · 2 studies
- Accellacare
- Coastal Research Institute
- Duke University Medical Center
- East Carolina University
- Piedmont Healthcare
What taking part in a overweight study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Overweight trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there overweight clinical trials in North Carolina?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 35 recruiting overweight studies with a site in North Carolina, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a overweight study in North Carolina?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in North Carolina to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in North Carolina, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a overweight trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
Not the right time?
New overweight studies open in North Carolina regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
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.