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Obesity, Adolescent clinical trials and research

• 7Clinical trials
• 5Countries

Newest Obesity, Adolescent clinical trials

All recruiting trials (7)

• Replacing sugary sodas with flavored sparkling water for Black/African American and Latine teens with obesity

  This trial will test whether swapping sugary sodas for unsweetened flavored sparkling water, gradually reduced-sugar sodas, or plain water can cut added sugar and improve health in Black/African American and Latine teens with obesity who prefer sweet drinks.

  Recruiting at 2 sites Indiana University · Bloomington, Indiana and 2 other locations · NCT07223151

• Digital program to help teens manage weight and healthy habits

  This trial tries a multi-modal digital program—AI coaching, interactive platforms, gamified apps, and real-time feedback—to help overweight teens (ages 12–18, BMI ≥85th percentile) adopt healthier weight-control behaviors and avoid unhealthy practices.

  Recruiting National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University · Hsinchu and 1 other locations · NCT06920862

• National blood pressure screening for children in South Africa

  This study is trying to find out what normal blood pressure levels are for children in South Africa so that doctors can better manage high blood pressure in kids, especially those of African descent.

  Recruiting at 4 sites North-West University, South Africa · Mthatha, Eastern Cape and 10 other locations · NCT05982847

• Program to improve health and reduce substance use among Choctaw youth

  This study is testing a nature-based program to help Choctaw youth aged 12-19 be more active, eat healthier, and reduce substance use by incorporating their cultural values.

  Recruiting at 2 sites University of Washington · Durant, Oklahoma and 1 other locations · NCT05818384

• Survey on bariatric surgery for adolescents

  This study is trying to see how well laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding works for teenagers aged 14-20 who are having bariatric surgery, focusing on weight loss and any health issues that might come up.

  Recruiting University Hospital, Angers · Angers, Maine Et Loire · NCT04766801

• Using oxytocin nasal spray to help adolescents lose weight

  This study is testing if a nasal spray with oxytocin can help teenagers aged 12-18 who are struggling with obesity to lose weight by reducing their appetite and boosting their metabolism.

  Recruiting Phase 2 Massachusetts General Hospital · Boston, Massachusetts · NCT04551482

• Treatment for obesity and chronic pain in adolescents

  This study is testing a new approach that combines pain education and treatment with weight management to help teenagers who are dealing with both obesity and chronic pain.

  Recruiting Connecticut Children's Medical Center · Hartford, Connecticut · NCT04046562

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How many Obesity, Adolescent clinical trials are recruiting right now?

7, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.

Where are these trials running?

In 5 countries. The most sites are in United States (4 trials), South Africa (1 trial), Switzerland (1 trial), Taiwan (1 trial), France (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.

What phases are they in?

Phase 2: 1. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.

How do I join one?

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