Clinical trials
Neuromuscular Diseases in Children clinical trials
Below are recruiting neuromuscular diseases in children clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 22 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07216339Recruiting
Can a game make the walking test more fun for kids?
This study tests if adding game-like features to a standard 6-minute walking test makes it more engaging for children with muscle or nerve disorders. It may help kids stay motivated and perform better during the test.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 6–12 - NCT05051254Recruiting
Breathing muscle testing in children with breathing muscle weakness
This study looks at how hard it is for children to breathe and how their breathing muscles work, using specific breathing-related tests. It may help doctors better understand breathing problems and choose care more effectively.
ParisAges birth–17 years - NCT05434572Recruiting
Neuromuscular disease biobank for research samples
This trial is building a biobank (a secure research collection) from people with neuromuscular diseases, their families, or healthy volunteers. By joining, you help researchers study these conditions and improve future treatments.
Richmond, VirginiaAges Up to 75 years - NCT06438965Recruiting
Light test for muscle & nerve disease in kids
This study uses a safe, non-invasive light test (called MSOT) to help diagnose and monitor children with muscle or nerve diseases. It aims to find better ways to track these conditions without needles or radiation.
Ottawa, OntarioAges Up to 18 years - NCT06756633Recruiting
Breathing and movement study for neuromuscular disease
This study looks at breathing, chest and belly movement, and exercise ability in people with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy or Spinal Muscular Atrophy, as well as healthy people. The goal is to compare these functions to help understand how these diseases affect the body.
Ankara, ÇankayaAges 5–15 - NCT02253290Recruiting
Follow-up for kids with neuromuscular diseases
This study checks how children and teens with neuromuscular diseases are doing over time. It focuses on brain/learning thinking (neuropsychological) and emotional or social well-being (psychosocial) to understand what support may help.
LeuvenAges Up to 18 years - NCT06776822Enrolling by invitation
DNS therapy for asymmetry after heart surgery in children
This trial tests whether a special physical therapy called DNS (Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization) can help children aged 6 to 18 who have body asymmetry (uneven movement or posture) after surgery for a congenital heart defect. Participation may improve their balance and muscle control.
PragueAges 6–18 - NCT01900132Recruiting
Measures nerve and muscle signals in healthy people and patients
This study uses a painless electrical method to record how muscles and nerves work over time. It aims to better understand normal patterns (healthy volunteers) and to learn how these signals change in people with neuromuscular or movement-related conditions.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–110 - NCT00390104Recruiting
Study uses blood and skin samples to learn muscular disease causes
This study looks at samples from people with muscular dystrophy and from close relatives, to better understand neuromuscular diseases. You may be asked to provide a skin biopsy for research to help with genetic and molecular analysis.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 1 week–100 years - NCT06553976Recruiting
Research network for hereditary spastic paraplegia
This trial aims to build a research network and gather information from people with two genetic types of hereditary spastic paraplegia (SPG4 and SPG5A). It will help doctors better understand these conditions and improve care.
Miami, FloridaAges Any age - NCT07608432RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a New DMD Treatment Given Every 4 Weeks
This study tests whether a new medicine called zeleciment rostudirsen can help ambulatory (walking) males with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). The medicine is given as an intravenous infusion (through a vein) every 4 weeks and works by helping the body produce a protective muscle protein.
Hillsborough, North CarolinaAges 4–18 - NCT07289620Recruiting
Nerve block boosters for kids' leg surgery
This study tests whether adding dexamethasone, dexmedetomidine, or both to a numbing shot (nerve block) provides better pain relief after leg surgery in children. The goal is to find which combination works best to keep your child comfortable with fewer side effects.
PoznanAges 3–12 - NCT07167927Recruiting
Decision support tool for children with neuromuscular scoliosis
Researchers are developing a decision support tool to help parents and doctors make decisions about surgery for children with neuromuscular scoliosis. The tool aims to provide clear information and support during the consultation.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 8 years+ - NCT02851043Recruiting
Non-invasive monitor to measure breathing
This study tests a device that checks breathing without needles or painful procedures. It may help doctors learn how well breathing can be measured in people with mild breathing problems, or in healthy volunteers.
Wilmington, DelawareAges 11–17 - NCT07021638Recruiting
Walking training at home in virtual reality for children with chronic illnesses
This trial tests a home-based walking program using virtual reality games to help children with chronic conditions like cerebral palsy, obesity, or neuromuscular disease improve their walking and physical activity. It's designed to see if training at home with VR is effective and enjoyable.
AngersAges 6–17 - NCT06409260Recruiting
Muscle monitoring in children 6 months to 2 years old
This study tests two devices that measure how well muscle relaxants work in young children during surgery. The goal is to see which device gives more accurate readings, helping doctors use the right dose of relaxant.
CopenhagenAges 6 months–2 years - NCT06258837Recruiting
Personalized surgery for sleep apnea in children with small tonsils
This study tests a personalized surgical approach for children with moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea who have small tonsils. The goal is to see if tailored surgery improves their breathing during sleep and overall health.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 2–17 - NCT07405333Recruiting
Coughing exercises vs breathing device after heart surgery in children
This study compares simple coughing exercises with a breathing device (incentive spirometry) to help children recover lung function faster after heart surgery. It may help reduce complications and shorten hospital stays.
Baghdad, Baghdad GovernorateAges 6–18 - NCT05805410Recruiting
Trunk therapy in children with spastic cerebral palsy
This study looks at how special trunk (core) exercises or positioning affect movement and muscle control in children with spastic cerebral palsy (CP). It may help families understand which trunk-focused interventions improve function and comfort.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 4–12 - NCT07744022Recruiting
Exercise comparison for children with obesity
This study compares two types of exercise programs — progressive neuromuscular stabilization exercises versus aerobic exercises — to see which one better improves body composition and balance in children with obesity. It aims to find a fun, effective way to help kids move better and feel healthier.
IstanbulAges 12–18 - NCT06934278RecruitingPhase 3
Plasma vs salt water for scoliosis surgery in kids
This study compares two types of fluids—one made from donated human blood plasma and one a standard salt-solution—given during scoliosis surgery in children and teenagers. The goal is to see which fluid helps patients recover safely and with fewer complications.
HelsinkiAges 10–21 - NCT05569122RecruitingPhase 1
Studying an MRI contrast method in mitochondrial muscle disease
This Phase 1 study tests a special MRI approach (using a contrast agent) to better measure changes in muscles in people with mitochondrial diseases. It also includes some healthy volunteers and other critically ill patients to compare results and check safety.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 10–60
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for neuromuscular diseases in children?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 22 recruiting neuromuscular diseases in children studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a neuromuscular diseases in children trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a neuromuscular diseases in children trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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