Clinical trials · North Carolina
Pediatric Obesity clinical trials in North Carolina
We’re tracking 5 recruiting pediatric obesity studies with a site in North Carolina — including Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in North Carolina
- NCT05945355Recruiting
Study of breathing training for children with asthma
This study looks at how an asthma-specific breathing training program affects children’s breathing and asthma control. It may help your care team understand who could benefit from inspiratory (breathing-in) training.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 6–17 - NCT05608668Recruiting
Breathing and activity coaching for kids with obesity and mild asthma
This trial tests an “inspiratory pulmonary rehabilitation” program—guided breathing and exercise training—for children who have obesity and mild asthma. It may help improve breathing control and exercise ability by teaching safe, structured breathing and activity habits.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 8–17 - NCT04752293Recruiting
Study of a kidney blood-pressure system in kids
This study looks at how a kidney-related blood-pressure system works in children and teenagers, comparing those with newly diagnosed primary (no known cause) high blood pressure to those with normal blood pressure. It may help doctors better understand childhood blood-pressure changes and guide future care.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 7–18 - NCT06672549RecruitingPhase 3
Weight loss medication study for children with obesity
This trial tests a medication for children and teens with obesity or overweight who have not been able to lose enough weight with diet and exercise alone. It aims to see if a new treatment can help them safely lose weight and improve related health problems.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 6–17 - NCT06116422Recruiting
Food Insecurity Program for Healthy Baby Weight
This study tests a program to help families with food insecurity and early signs of obesity in infants. It aims to learn the best ways to support healthy weight in babies at risk for overweight.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 1–2
Pediatric Obesity trials by city in North Carolina
Where these studies are running in North Carolina
Institutions with a site for the recruiting pediatric obesity studies listed above.
- Duke Healthy Lifestyles Clinic · 2 studies
- Duke Children's Primary Care North Durham
- Duke Health Center Creekstone
- Lucas Research
- North Duke Street Pediatrics
- UNC Children's Hospital
- Wake Forest University Health Sciences
What taking part in a pediatric obesity 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.
Pediatric Obesity trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there pediatric obesity clinical trials in North Carolina?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 5 recruiting pediatric obesity 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 pediatric obesity 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 pediatric obesity 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 pediatric obesity 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.