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Sedentary Behavior clinical trials

Every US clinical trial registered for Sedentary Behavior — phase mix, recruiting status, and the sponsors running them, straight from the NIH ClinicalTrials.gov registry.

43 US clinical trials · 18 currently recruiting

The research picture

Sedentary Behavior has 43 registered US clinical trials, 18 of them open to new participants right now — about 42% of the total.

18
recruiting participants now
42%
of trials open to enrollment
0
in Phase 3–4 (later-stage)
4
top sponsor: Arizona State University

Counts reflect the public ClinicalTrials.gov registry as last mirrored by PlainTrial. Status and phase are reported by each study's sponsor. This is reference information, not medical advice.

Active & Recent Trials

RECRUITING NA 4,800 participants

Stand & Move at Work II: Effectiveness and Implementation of a Worksite Wellness Program

Arizona State University

NCT05485675

RECRUITING 1,000 participants

Community Park-Based Programs for Health Promotion: Active Older Adults Prospective Cohort Study

Duke University

NCT06604650

RECRUITING NA 340 participants

Optimizing a Technology-based Body and Mind Intervention

University of Central Florida

NCT05778604

RECRUITING NA 324 participants

Breaking up Prolonged Sedentary Behavior to Improve Cardiometabolic Health

Columbia University

NCT05353322

RECRUITING NA 198 participants

Stand Up for Your Health with a Sit-stand Desk

Medical College of Wisconsin

NCT05585190

RECRUITING NA 188 participants

Effects of Multi-day Interruptions in Sitting on Type 2 Diabetes-relevant Outcomes in Children

University of Southern California

NCT04469790

RECRUITING NA 176 participants

Wakaya: Rising Up for Choctaw Youth Health

University of Washington

NCT05818384

RECRUITING NA 130 participants

Promoting Physical Activity in Older Hispanic/Latino(a) Adults

Kaiser Permanente

NCT06362824

RECRUITING Early Phase 1 90 participants

Social Determinants of Sleep and Obesity

University of Minnesota

NCT05698693

RECRUITING NA 86 participants

Increasing Physical Activity Through Social Support and Stress Resilience

Arizona State University

NCT06896825

RECRUITING NA 70 participants

Families Implementing Good Health Traditions for Life

Morehouse School of Medicine

NCT07441655

RECRUITING NA 60 participants

Effectiveness of Interventions to Promote Physical Activity During Pregnancy

University of Central Florida

NCT07223112

RECRUITING NA 56 participants

Sitting Interruption and Whole-body Cardiovascular Health

University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

NCT05316571

RECRUITING NA 50 participants

The Role of Type 2 Diabetes on Skeletal Muscle Atrophy and Recovery Following Bed Rest in Older Adults

AdventHealth Translational Research Institute

NCT03761446

RECRUITING NA 50 participants

Exercise From Afar: Progressing At Risk Individuals to Independent Exercise

Emporia State University

NCT06667817

RECRUITING NA 40 participants

Exploring Virtual Reality Adventure Training Exergaming

The University of Texas at Arlington

NCT05563805

RECRUITING NA 24 participants

Interrupting Sedentary Time to Improve Cardiometabolic Health and Toxicity in Patients With Lymphoma Receiving Chemotherapy: The iSTAND Trial

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

NCT06923397

RECRUITING NA 20 participants

Teen Mom Study Feasibility Trial

University of Mississippi Medical Center

NCT05843903

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING NA 451 participants

Randomized Trial of Exercise Promotion in Primary Care

Kaiser Permanente

NCT04445168

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING NA 100 participants

A BCT Intervention for an Hourly Activity Habit Among Caregivers for Persons With AD/ADRD

Northwell Health

NCT06801912

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING NA 60 participants

Feasibility and Acceptability of an Online Program to Promote Physical Activity Among Black Women

Gramercy Research Group

NCT05472402

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING NA 60 participants

Strengthening Child Social-Emotional and Lifestyle Health in Families Experiencing Stress

University of South Carolina

NCT06163703

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING NA 44 participants

Revisiting A Mobile Intervention to Reduce Pain and Improve Health

Wake Forest University

NCT04655001

COMPLETED NA 20,217 participants

Body Electric: a Pragmatic Trial Evaluating the Viability of Movement Breaks

Columbia University

NCT06592209

COMPLETED NA 1,984 participants

SWITCH Implementation Effectiveness Trial

Iowa State University

NCT04045288

COMPLETED NA 286 participants

Childcare Outdoor Learning Environments as Active Food Systems

North Carolina State University

NCT04864574

COMPLETED 124 participants

Technology-based Fall Risk Assessments for Older Adults in Low-income Settings

University of Central Florida

NCT06063187

COMPLETED NA 111 participants

FitEx for Endometrial Cancer Survivors: Initial Efficacy

Carilion Clinic

NCT05737745

COMPLETED NA 110 participants

StandUPTV: Reducing Sedentary Screen Time in Adults

Arizona State University

NCT04464993

COMPLETED NA 60 participants

Reducing Sedentary Time in Obese Adults

The Miriam Hospital

NCT01688804

COMPLETED Phase 1 60 participants

Behavior Change Techniques (BCTs) to Improve Low Intensity Physical Activity in Older Adults

Northwell Health

NCT04967313

COMPLETED NA 60 participants

A Group-Based Walking Study Using WeChat to Enhance Physical Activity Among Older Adults

Brandeis University

NCT03803085

COMPLETED NA 59 participants

A Behavioral Science-Enhanced PHysician-led Remote Group Exercise InTervention for Women With Coronary Artery Disease

Brigham and Women's Hospital

NCT05611333

COMPLETED NA 53 participants

Stay Active Physical Activity Program

Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas City

NCT04675658

COMPLETED NA 51 participants

Sedentary Behavior Reduction in Pregnancy Intervention Study

University of Pittsburgh

NCT05093842

COMPLETED NA 40 participants

Physical Activity Intervention Tailored for Rural Men

Jacob Gallagher

NCT05460637

COMPLETED 38 participants

Sedentary Behavior in Overweight Women

University of Mississippi Medical Center

NCT00613353

COMPLETED NA 36 participants

INcreasing Steps in PREgnancy Study

University of Iowa

NCT05455008

COMPLETED NA 31 participants

Technology Based Sedentary Reduction Intervention in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes

Vanderbilt University

NCT05691452

COMPLETED 30 participants

Responses to Physical Activity Messages Among Midlife Adults

Rowan University

NCT04711512

COMPLETED NA 17 participants

Ecological Momentary Determinants of Sedentary Behavior

Arizona State University

NCT03399916

COMPLETED NA 12 participants

Early Intervention to Promote Cardiovascular Health of Mothers and Children (ENRICH) During Pregnancy

Penn State University

NCT05822531

COMPLETED NA 6 participants

An mHealth Intervention for Sedentary Behavior in Pregnant Women

University of South Carolina

NCT04903574

Phase Distribution

PhaseTrial count
Phase 1 2

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.

Reading the Sedentary Behavior Trial Landscape

ClinicalTrials.gov lists 43 US studies indexed under Sedentary Behavior, and 18 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 42% of the total volume on the registry. 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.

The phase distribution for Sedentary Behavior shows 0 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 2 earlier-phase entries (Phase 1 through Phase 2). 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.

Top sponsor activity for Sedentary Behavior is led by Arizona State University with 4 indexed trials, alongside 9 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 43 of the most relevant recent and active entries, ordered with recruiting studies first so practical options are visible. 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 Sedentary Behavior?

PlainTrial tracks 43 US clinical trials for Sedentary Behavior, of which 18 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.

How do I find a recruiting trial for Sedentary Behavior?

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?

Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and reflects our most recent data pull. Trial status may have changed since then. Always verify current information at ClinicalTrials.gov before making decisions about participation.

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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (National Library of Medicine). Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.

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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