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Physical Inactivity clinical trials
32 of 60 indexed Physical Inactivity trials are currently recruiting.
60 US clinical trials · 32 currently recruiting
Physical Inactivity is the subject of 60 registered US clinical trials on ClinicalTrials.gov, 32 of them currently open to new participants. 0 are in Phase 3-4 (later-stage) and 5 in Phase 1-2 (earlier-stage). The most active sponsor is Columbia University, running 2 of these trials.
The research picture
Physical Inactivity has 60 registered US clinical trials, 32 of them open to new participants right now, about 53% of the total.
- 32
- recruiting participants now
- 53%
- of trials open to enrollment
- 0
- in Phase 3–4 (later-stage)
- 2
- top sponsor: Columbia University
Active & Recent Trials
60 total, page 1 of 2
Scalable TELeheaLth Cancer CARe: The STELLAR Program to Treat Cancer Risk Behaviors
Northwestern University
NCT05687604
Activating SilverSneakers Benefits for Seniors With Osteoarthritis
Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
NCT06782347
Mobile Apps for Preschool Parents (MAPP) Study
Pamela Hull
NCT06520072
Free Time For Wellness 2+
Columbia University
NCT06654843
Life After Sport: Prior Injury and Sedentary Behavior as Mechanisms of Later Poor Health
Marquette University
NCT05344001
Actívatexto: Advancing Smoking Cessation and Physical Activity Among Latinos
University of Rochester
NCT06926608
Testing Responses of Young Adults to Intervention Messages for Promoting Physical Activity Trial
University of Michigan
NCT05794178
Black Impact: The Mechanisms Underlying Psychosocial Stress Reduction in a Cardiovascular Health Intervention
Ohio State University
NCT06055036
Optimizing a Technology-based Body and Mind Intervention
University of Central Florida
NCT05778604
Exercise Incentives for YMCA Based Exercise
Brown University
NCT05704712
Positive Emotions Following Acute Cardiac Events
Massachusetts General Hospital
NCT05412862
eMOTION: Examining Affective Mechanisms in Physical Activity Engagement
University of Southern California
NCT06570642
Cognitive Control to Boost Physical Activity Adherence
University of Iowa
NCT06338774
Smart Walk: A Culturally Tailored Smartphone-Delivered Physical Activity Intervention for African American Women
Arizona State University
NCT06337708
Optimization of a Behavioral Intervention to Increase Physical Activity in Older Adults Living With HIV
Butler Hospital
NCT05752500
Effects of Personalized Exercise Prescriptions Through Mobile Health on Physical Activity and Health Outcomes in the Cancer Survivors
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
NCT06840028
Promoting Physical Activity in Older Hispanic/Latino(a) Adults
Kaiser Permanente
NCT06362824
Impact of Dietary Phosphate Excess on Exercise Capacity and Visceral Adiposity
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
NCT05147909
Testing LiverWatch, a Home-Based Remote-Monitoring Intervention for Advanced Liver Disease
University of Pennsylvania
NCT06136221
Increasing Physical Activity for Adults With Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
University of Washington
NCT06270641
COVID-19 Health Adjustments in Nutrition, General Wellness, and Exercise
Indiana University
NCT07128095
Social Determinants of Sleep and Obesity
University of Minnesota
NCT05698693
PODER Familiar: Health Promotion for Latino Families of Children With IDD
University of Texas at Austin
NCT05713617
YOOMI: Effect of Gamified Physical Therapy Exercise Software on Inpatient Mobility
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
NCT05815017
InMotion - Telehealth Delivered Exercise Promotion to Treat Major Depression After TBI
University of Washington
NCT06005194
A Pilot Factorial Trial of an Integrated Lifestyle Intervention
University of Colorado, Denver
NCT06116435
ENRICH Nurse-Family Partnership Study
University of Colorado, Denver
NCT05798039
Role of ET-1, Physical Activity, and Sedentary Behavior in Microvascular Dysfunction Following GDM
Anna Stanhewicz, PhD
NCT06547619
Using Augmented Reality to Promote Physical Activity in Children With Cerebral Palsy
Children's Hospital Los Angeles
NCT06096272
Pilot-Testing Real-Time Engagement for Learning to Effectively Control Type 2 Diabetes
University of Pittsburgh
NCT07270016
Air Pollution and Physical Activity Study
State University of New York at Buffalo
NCT06386055
Climbing Lifestyle Intervention for Modifying Physical Activity Behaviors: Pilot Study
Northern Michigan University
NCT06368128
Community Walks: Clinical Trial
Tufts Medical Center
NCT05147298
Supporting Physical Literacy at School and Home
Tufts University
NCT05887583
Digital Nutrition Intervention for Older Adults
The University of Texas at San Antonio
NCT05220631
The CHAMP ASP: Promoting Physical Activity & Health in Children
University of Michigan
NCT05342701
Comparing Self-paced Versus Moderate Intensity Physical Activity Recommendation for Midlife Adults
Brown University
NCT05285748
Testing Multi-Level Remote Physical Activity Interventions in a National Sample of Older Women: The WHISH EnCore Trial
Stanford University
NCT05566873
Physical Activity for PLWH and Unhealthy Drinking
Boston University
NCT05505942
Feasibility and Acceptability of Incorporating Smartwatches Into an Exercise is Medicine Program in Older Individuals
Ohio State University
NCT06287255
Online Tai Chi Plus Fitbit After ACS
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
NCT05699642
Moving Forward Together 4
University of South Carolina
NCT05409664
E-Bike Commuting and Health in Overweight College Students
University of Wisconsin, River Falls
NCT07114991
Feasibility and Acceptability of an Online Program to Promote Physical Activity Among Black Women
Gramercy Research Group
NCT05472402
Walking For Wellness Program Evaluation
University of Pennsylvania
NCT00156351
Nature and Health: How Does Lifestyle and Environment Affect Health and Wellness
Stanford University
NCT06001697
Technology-based Fall Risk Assessments for Older Adults in Low-income Settings
University of Central Florida
NCT06063187
Free Time For Wellness Pilot Effectiveness Trial
Columbia University
NCT06474715
OA Clinic-Community CARE Model
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
NCT05349500
A Behavioral Science-Enhanced PHysician-led Remote Group Exercise InTervention for Women With Coronary Artery Disease
Brigham and Women's Hospital
NCT05611333
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 | 2 |
| Phase 2 | 3 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Physical Inactivity Trial Landscape
60 indexed Physical Inactivity studies · 32 recruiting (53%).
Phase mix: 0 late (III/IV) vs 5 early (I/II).
Top sponsor: Columbia University (2 trials), 9 others listed. 50 shown below, recruiting first.
How to read this condition's trial landscape
That ratio is a useful proxy for activity level: a high share of recruiting studies often signals that research interest is current and that new enrollment opportunities are appearing, while a low share typically means the field is dominated by completed or follow-up work where most participant spots have already been filled. These counts reflect the public registry only and include studies at every stage of design, so they should be read as an index of research attention rather than as a measure of treatment availability.
Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies focus on early safety signals, dosing, and preliminary effect, while Phase 3 studies are typically the larger efficacy and safety trials submitted toward regulatory review, and Phase 4 studies follow approved interventions in real-world use. A condition weighted toward later phases often reflects a mature research pipeline with several interventions already close to or past approval, whereas a heavier early-phase tilt suggests the field is still exploring new mechanisms and candidate approaches.
All figures are derived from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset maintained by the National Library of Medicine and are reproduced here for reference. Inclusion of a trial, sponsor, or intervention on this page is neither an endorsement nor a recommendation, eligibility, protocol changes, and site-level status can shift frequently, so always verify current details on ClinicalTrials.gov and consult a qualified healthcare provider before acting on anything you see here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clinical trials are there for Physical Inactivity?
PlainTrial tracks 60 US clinical trials for Physical Inactivity, of which 32 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Physical Inactivity?
Use the trial list above filtered by "Recruiting" status, or visit our trial finder at /recruiting to search by condition and state. Always discuss trial participation with your healthcare provider before enrolling.
Is this data current?
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Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2026 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.
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