Light test for muscle & nerve disease in kids
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
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.
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Who can take part
- Be a child from birth to 18 years old
- Have a confirmed or suspected neuromuscular disease (muscle or nerve condition)
- No active skin infections, cuts, or fragile skin conditions
- Be medically stable
- No tattoos on the skin area to be tested
- Not taking medication that causes light sensitivity
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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