Children's Hospital Los Angeles
Clinical trials sponsored by Children's Hospital Los Angeles, explained in plain language.
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Zoom weight loss: online group sessions help teens fight obesity
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether group-based telehealth visits could help adolescents with obesity manage their weight. Sixty-six teens attended 12 virtual sessions over 6 months covering nutrition, exercise, and mental health. Researchers compared their results to traditional in-person…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Hospital Los Angeles • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 30, 2026 15:51 UTC
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New computer tool aims to protect kids' breathing muscles while on a ventilator
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether a computer program called REDvent can prevent breathing muscle weakness in children who need a ventilator. About 248 children with lung problems were randomly assigned to get either REDvent or standard care. The goal was to see if REDvent helps childr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Hospital Los Angeles • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 30, 2026 15:50 UTC
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Water delivery and sugar reduction may curb obesity in hispanic families
Prevention CompletedThis study tested whether a health education program that focuses on reducing sugary drinks and juices, plus home delivery of bottled water, can help prevent obesity in Hispanic mothers and their infants. Over 200 mother-infant pairs were split into three groups: standard health …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Hospital Los Angeles • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Apr 29, 2026 15:04 UTC
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Can teaching parents to solve problems ease the stress of a Child's transplant?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether a problem-solving skills training program called Bright IDEAS is helpful for parents of children undergoing stem cell transplants. 38 parents took part, with some getting the training and others receiving standard support. The goal was to see if the p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Children's Hospital Los Angeles • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 30, 2026 15:48 UTC