Obesity Trials / Trials in New Hampshire
7 Recruiting Trials

Clinical Trials
for Obesity in New Hampshire

7 clinical trials for Obesity are currently recruiting participants at study sites in New Hampshire. Study-related care is provided at no cost.

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Obesity clinical trials in New Hampshire: what to expect

Obesity trials are among the most actively recruiting studies in the United States right now. Most test medicines from the GLP-1 family (the class that includes semaglutide and tirzepatide) or newer compounds that work on the same appetite and blood-sugar pathways, often in people who also have high blood pressure, sleep apnea, knee osteoarthritis or prediabetes. A smaller number study structured diet and exercise programs, devices, or weight-loss surgery.

In New Hampshire, recruiting obesity studies are concentrated in Lebanon, Durham, Hanover and Portsmouth. 3 of the 7 are run by a drug or device company, which usually means a larger study with travel reimbursement; the rest are academic or hospital-led.

Who obesity trials usually look for

Nearly every study sets a body mass index (BMI) threshold, most often 30 or higher, or 27 or higher when you also have a weight-related condition. Many ask that your weight has been stable for the last three months and that you are not currently using a prescription weight-loss drug. Age limits of 18 to 75 are common. Pregnancy, a history of pancreatitis or certain thyroid cancers, and bariatric surgery within the last few years are the exclusions that come up most.

If you have type 2 diabetes, look for trials that name it: some obesity studies exclude diabetes, while others are designed specifically for people who have both.

What taking part involves

A screening visit with a physical exam, blood work and an ECG usually comes first. Drug trials then run for six months to two years, with study visits every few weeks at the start and every one to three months later on. Most GLP-1 studies use a once-weekly injection you give yourself at home; many are placebo-controlled, meaning some participants receive an inactive version for part or all of the study, and you are told that before you agree to join. Study medication, visits and tests are provided at no cost, and most trials pay a stipend for time and travel.

Questions worth asking the study team

Whether there is a placebo group and how long it lasts; whether you can continue the medicine after the study ends; how many visits are required and how far the site is from you; and what happens if you need to stop early. Sites answer these every day and a ten-minute phone screen is the normal next step.

Showing 7 of 7 recruiting Obesity trials in New Hampshire

Phentermine's Impact on Treatment in Teens
PHASE2 Lebanon, New Hampshire +4 sites NCT07282340
This trial is looking for teens aged 12 to 17 who are dealing with obesity. Participants will take either phentermine or a placebo for a year to see how it helps with weight management.
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Genetic Risk, Parental Feeding Practices, and Appetitive Traits in Early Life
NA Hanover, New Hampshire NCT06534541
This trial is looking for parents of young children to learn about how feeding practices impact childhood obesity. Participants will help researchers understand the relationship between how children eat and their risk for gaining weight.
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Mirikizumab Administered at the Same Time as Tirzepatide in Adult Participants With Moderately to Severely Active Ulcerative Colitis and Obesity or Overweight: Phase 3b Study
PHASE3 Dothan, Alabama +4 sites NCT06937086
This trial is looking for adults with moderate to severe ulcerative colitis and obesity or overweight. Participants will receive a treatment for about a year to see if it helps with their symptoms and weight loss.
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Mirikizumab and Tirzepatide Administered in Adult Participants With Moderately to Severely Active Crohn's Disease and Obesity or Overweight
PHASE3 Dothan, Alabama +4 sites NCT06937099
This trial is looking for adults who have moderate to severe Crohn's disease and are either overweight or obese. They should also have some weight-related health issues, like high blood pressure or diabetes. However, if you have certain other conditions, like severe infections or have had recent surgeries, you wouldn’t be able to participate.
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A Study to Investigate the Effectiveness of Tirzepatide (LY3298176) Following Initiation of Ixekizumab (LY2439821) in Participants With Moderate-to-Severe Plaque PsO and Obesity or Overweight in Clinical Practice (TOGETHER AMPLIFY-PsO)
PHASE4 Phoenix, Arizona +4 sites NCT06857942
This trial is looking for adults who have a specific skin condition and are either obese or overweight, along with at least one related health issue, such as high blood pressure or diabetes. They should have been using a certain treatment for about three months before joining and must be ready to start an additional medication soon after. However, people with certain serious health problems, like a history of severe pancreatitis or specific types of diabetes, cannot participate.
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The Effects of an Obesogenic Lifestyle in Recreationally Active, Young Adults
NA Durham, New Hampshire NCT05912348
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International Weight Control Registry
N/A Birmingham, Alabama +4 sites NCT04907396
This trial is looking for adults 18 and older who are thinking about losing weight, are currently trying to lose weight, or have tried to lose weight in the past. Participants will share their experiences with weight management.
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Where the Obesity studies are in New Hampshire

Research sites running the most studies
  • Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon2 trials
  • Dartmotuh College, Hanover1 trial
  • Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon1 trial
  • Stracskin, Portsmouth1 trial
  • University of New Hampshire, Durham1 trial
  • University of New Hampshire Cardiometabolic Research Laboratory, Durham1 trial
By city

Counts are recruiting studies listing at least one site in New Hampshire, from ClinicalTrials.gov, refreshed every two days.

Obesity clinical trials in New Hampshire: common questions

How many Obesity clinical trials are recruiting in New Hampshire?
TrialFinder currently lists 7 recruiting Obesity clinical trials with study sites in New Hampshire. Results are updated regularly from ClinicalTrials.gov, the official U.S. registry of clinical studies.
Where are Obesity clinical trials located in New Hampshire?
Study sites for the Obesity trials listed on this page include Lebanon, Hanover, Durham. Each trial page lists every participating site with contact details, so you can find the location closest to you.
Do I need insurance to join a Obesity clinical trial in New Hampshire?
No. Study-related care is covered by the trial sponsor at no cost to participants, including the study treatment, required lab tests and study visits. Many Obesity trials in New Hampshire also compensate participants for time and travel. Health insurance is not required to search or enroll.
How do I qualify for a Obesity clinical trial in New Hampshire?
Each study sets its own criteria based on age, Obesity diagnosis details, prior treatments, current medications and general health. The fastest way to find out is to contact a research site directly — most will pre-screen you by phone in 10 to 15 minutes at no charge. You can also create a free TrialFinder profile to be matched automatically.
Do I need a BMI over 30 to join an obesity clinical trial?
Most adult obesity trials require a BMI of 30 or higher, or 27 or higher if you also have a weight-related condition such as high blood pressure, prediabetes or sleep apnea. Each trial page lists its exact threshold.
Are obesity trial participants paid?
Study medication, visits and tests are provided free, and most obesity trials pay a stipend per visit for time and travel. The amount is set by each study and told to you before you enroll; it is never contingent on finishing the study.
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Obesity trials study GLP-1 receptor agonists, bariatric procedures, behavioural interventions, and combination weight-loss therapies in adults and adolescents.

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