Congenital structural myopathy

This study follows 150 people with long-chain fatty acid oxidation disorders (LC-FAOD) to check the long-term safety of their treatment, including for pregnant women and their babies. Researchers track serious side effects and disease complications. The goal is to better understa…

This study is testing the long-term safety of a daily oral drug called zagociguat in 44 adults with MELAS, a rare genetic disease that affects energy production in cells. All participants previously completed a lead-in study of the same drug. Researchers will monitor side effects…

This study tests a one-time gene therapy called RGX-314 for wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of vision loss. The treatment aims to help the eye produce its own medicine to stop leaky blood vessels, potentially replacing the need for repeated eye injecti…

This trial tested a gene therapy called AT132 for X-linked myotubular myopathy (XLMTM), a rare muscle disease present at birth that causes severe breathing problems. The therapy aimed to deliver a healthy copy of the MTM1 gene to improve muscle function. However, the study was st…

This study tests whether a person's own stem cells can be safely injected into the spinal fluid to treat multiple system atrophy (MSA), a rare and serious brain disease. About 30 adults aged 30-80 with MSA will receive the treatment. The main goal is to check for side effects, an…

This Phase 2b trial tests an oral drug called zagociguat in 43 adults with MELAS syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that causes fatigue, muscle weakness, and stroke-like episodes. Participants take either 15 mg, 30 mg, or a placebo daily for 12 weeks. The study measures changes in…

This study tests whether nicotinamide riboside, a form of vitamin B3, can improve walking distance and muscle function in adults with mitochondrial myopathy, a rare muscle disorder. Thirty-four participants receive either the supplement or a placebo for several months. The main g…

This study tests a stem cell transplant method for people with inherited metabolic disorders and severe osteopetrosis. The goal is to get the donor cells to take hold while keeping side effects low. Participants receive chemotherapy drugs before the transplant to prepare their bo…

This study offers voluntary screening for newborns in North Carolina to detect a wide range of rare health conditions early. Using a small blood sample already collected at birth, the program tests for dozens of disorders, including spinal muscular atrophy, cystic fibrosis, and m…

This study looked at whether having more frequent contact with a clinician (at least once a week) improves satisfaction for people with long-lasting musculoskeletal conditions. Participants were split into two groups: one with standard contact and one with extra check-ins via tex…

This study tests whether a Norwegian clinic (NSAC) helps people with common mental health issues or muscle pain return to work sooner. 2500 adults are split into three groups: one gets treatment quickly, one waits 10-14 weeks, and one gets a basic check-up. Researchers will track…

This study follows 45 people with nemaline myopathy in the UK to learn how the disease naturally progresses. Researchers collect medical exams, quality-of-life surveys, and physical assessments over time. The goal is to identify the best ways to measure the disease in future clin…

This study looks back at the medical records of about 4 million people who had physical or occupational therapy for muscle and joint problems. Researchers want to see if different ways of giving therapy lead to different results. No new treatments are tested—the goal is to learn …

This study aimed to see if a mobile monitoring tool could accurately identify surgical site infections (SSIs) in orthopedic surgery patients, compared to the usual manual review. The study was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no results are available. It was design…

This study aims to discover new genetic mutations that cause mitochondrial disorders by analyzing tissue samples from up to 6,900 participants. It includes people with suspected or known mitochondrial diseases, such as MELAS or Leigh's Disease, who lack a genetic diagnosis. The r…

This study looks at how problems with mitochondria—the tiny power plants inside cells—might affect bone health. Researchers will compare 30 people with certain genetic changes that cause mitochondrial dysfunction to healthy volunteers. They will take blood, bone marrow, and bone …