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Labor Induction clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 5 Labor Induction clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 4 countries (most in United States (2), Israel (1), France (1)). By phase: Phase 2 (1), Early Phase 1 (1), Phase 4 (1). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
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- 4Countries
Newest Labor Induction clinical trials
| Study | Phase | Where | Status | Registered |
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| Cervical ripening balloon left in place for 3 hours vs 12 hours during labor induction | — | Haifa | Recruiting | Jul 8, 2026 |
| Pain relief for cervical ripening balloon during labor induction | Phase 2 | Boston, Massachusetts | Recruiting | Dec 5, 2025 |
| Dexamethasone with or without misoprostol to help start labor at term | Early Phase 1 | Cairo, Manial | Recruiting | Aug 7, 2025 |
| Using Calcium Carbonate to Improve Labor Contractions | Phase 4 | New York, New York | Recruiting | Aug 30, 2024 |
| Using virtual reality hypnosis for pain management during labor | — | Amiens | Recruiting | Jul 16, 2024 |
All recruiting trials (5)
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Cervical ripening balloon left in place for 3 hours vs 12 hours during labor induction
This study tests whether keeping the cervical ripening balloon in for 3 hours works as well as the standard 12 hours to shorten time to delivery in pregnant people induced for labor.
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Pain relief for cervical ripening balloon during labor induction
This study tests whether applying lidocaine gel inside the vagina can reduce pain from placing a cervical ripening balloon for women undergoing labor induction.
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Dexamethasone with or without misoprostol to help start labor at term
This will test whether a dexamethasone shot, alone or with vaginal misoprostol, helps first-time women at term start active labor sooner.
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Using Calcium Carbonate to Improve Labor Contractions
This study is testing if calcium carbonate can help improve labor contractions for first-time pregnant women who need help with labor.
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Using virtual reality hypnosis for pain management during labor
This study tests if using virtual reality hypnosis can help women manage pain during the early stages of labor without medication.
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Quick answers
How many Labor Induction clinical trials are recruiting right now?
5, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 4 countries. The most sites are in United States (2 trials), Israel (1 trial), France (1 trial), Egypt (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 2: 1, Early Phase 1: 1, Phase 4: 1. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
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