Proximal spinal muscular atrophy
MONDO:0019079Proximal spinal muscular atrophies are a group of neuromuscular disorders characterized by progressive muscle weakness resulting from the degeneration and loss of the lower motor neurons in the spinal cord and the brain stem nuclei.
Also known as: SMA, Spinal Muscular Atrophy
67 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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New drug shows promise for SMA patients in major trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding taldefgrobep alfa to standard SMA treatments can improve muscle function in people with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). About 269 participants, both walkers and non-walkers, will receive either the drug or a placebo for 48 weeks. The main goal is to…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Gene therapy hope for SMA kids: early trial launches
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage trial tests a new gene therapy called NKG001 in 21 children under 5 with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). The therapy is given as a single dose, either through a vein or combined with a spinal injection. The main goal is to check safety and find the best dose, not …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nikegen Pharmaceutical (Hangzhou) Company Limited • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Early access to experimental SMA drug apitegromab offered before approval
Disease control NO_LONGER_AVAILABLEThis expanded access program provides apitegromab, an experimental drug that blocks myostatin to help maintain muscle strength, to eligible patients with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) before it is officially approved. Participants must be at least 2 years old and have a confirmed…
Sponsor: Scholar Rock, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Can intensive therapy boost motor skills in kids with SMA?
Disease control OngoingThis pilot study tests whether combining intensive hand-arm and leg therapy with strength training can improve motor function in children with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). Five children will attend one 6-hour session each weekend for 15 weeks. Researchers will check if the ther…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Teachers College, Columbia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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SPINRAZA study tracks movement in adults with spinal muscular atrophy
Disease control OngoingThis study follows 20 adults with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) type II who are already taking SPINRAZA. Researchers will measure motor function using a 32-point scale over 27 months to see if the drug helps maintain or improve movement. The goal is to better understand how SPINR…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Gene therapy hope for babies with fatal muscle disease
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new gene therapy called SKG0201 in 12 infants with spinal muscular atrophy type 1, a severe muscle-weakening disease. The treatment aims to improve survival and motor skills by delivering a working gene. Researchers are checking safety and how well the therapy …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kun Sun • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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AI boosts brain scan accuracy in massive new trial
Diagnosis ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether an AI tool can help radiologists read brain CT and MRI scans more accurately and quickly. Researchers will compare how well doctors, AI alone, and doctors using AI together can spot abnormalities, urgent findings, and classify diseases. The goal is to red…
Sponsor: Yaou Liu • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can a 12-Week online course help babies with SMA develop better?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a 12-week online program for mothers of infants (12-36 months old) with SMA Type 1. The program aims to teach mothers how to support their baby's development and improve their own knowledge. Thirteen mothers will take part, with 10 receiving the program and 3 rec…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medipol University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Could a headset at home boost brain recovery? new study tests tDCS for stroke, tumors, and neurodegeneration
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether a home-based brain stimulation device (tDCS) combined with activity therapy can help improve cognitive and language problems in people with stroke, brain tumors, or neurodegenerative conditions like Parkinson's or Alzheimer's. Fifty-five participants will…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Smart sleeve study aims to improve movement for nerve disease patients
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study follows 1000 people with upper motor neuron disease who are about to receive the Cionic Neural Sleeve. The sleeve uses electrical stimulation to help muscles contract at the right time during movement. Researchers will track changes in health-related quality of life us…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cionic, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC