Muscle Weakness in the Breathing Muscles in Scleroderma
Part of Brain & nervous system, Lungs & breathing, Skin clinical trials.
This study looks at whether people with systemic sclerosis (scleroderma) have weakness in the muscles they use to breathe. It aims to find out if measuring these muscles can help detect early breathing problems.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old
- You have been diagnosed with systemic sclerosis (scleroderma) using standard criteria
- Your health is stable (no recent major flare-ups or hospitalizations)
- You can understand and follow study instructions (good vision, thinking, and teamwork)
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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