Clinical trials
Pediatric Obesity clinical trials
Below are recruiting pediatric obesity clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 35 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06934655RecruitingPhase 3
Starting semaglutide again after weight-loss surgery in teens
This trial tests if restarting semaglutide (a weekly injection for weight loss) soon after sleeve gastrectomy helps teens with severe obesity keep losing weight. It is for patients who were already taking semaglutide before their surgery.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 12–18 - NCT06923865Enrolling by invitation
Exercise program for overweight teens
This trial tests whether a supervised exercise program can improve movement skills and motivation in overweight adolescents. It is designed for teens who struggle with physical activity but are otherwise healthy.
BaselAges 12–14 - NCT06888011Recruiting
Healthy living program for rural children
This study tests a program called iAmHealthy to help children ages 6 to 11 who live in rural areas and are overweight. The program will help families make healthy changes at home and in their daily routine.
Kansas City, KansasAges 6–11 - NCT06111040Recruiting
Parenting study for food-driven young children
This study tests a program to help parents handle feeding their 4- or 5-year-old child who is very motivated by food. It aims to support healthy eating habits.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 4–5 - NCT06847373Recruiting
Vitamin D for teens with obesity
This study is testing whether vitamin D supplements can help teens with obesity. It is open to participants aged 10 to 18 who live in Mexico City and have obesity based on their BMI.
MéxicoAges 10–18 - NCT07316816Recruiting
Weight loss study for teens with severe obesity
This study evaluates how continuous glucose monitors and other wearable devices can help teens in a bariatric program lose weight. You may join if you are in the program and ready for sleeve gastrectomy or GLP-1 medication.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 10–18 - NCT07717658Recruiting
Family weight wellness program for teens and parents
This study tests a weight wellness program that uses food support and group medical visits for teens and their parents. It aims to help families adopt healthier habits together over 12 months.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 12–17 - NCT01736748Recruiting
Lifestyle coaching for children at high cardiometabolic risk
This study tests a tailored lifestyle program (changes around food and activity) for children who have higher-than-average weight for their age. It may help improve health habits and reduce future risk related to heart and metabolic health.
Montreal, QuebecAges 6–18 - NCT06208345Recruiting
Early e-health support for kids with obesity
This study tests an e-health program for children with a very high BMI. It aims to help families manage weight early in life through online support.
BernAges 6–12 - NCT07464015Recruiting
Summer day camps for childhood obesity
This trial is testing whether sending kids to summer day camps can help them manage their weight. It's for children from low-income families who are overweight or obese and see a pediatric doctor.
Orlando, FloridaAges 5–11 - 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
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for pediatric obesity?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 35 recruiting pediatric obesity 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 pediatric obesity 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 pediatric obesity 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.