Institut De Myologie, France
Clinical trials sponsored by Institut De Myologie, France, explained in plain language.
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Ultrafast ultrasound may offer quicker diagnosis for diaphragm dysfunction
Diagnosis CompletedThis study explores whether ultrafast ultrasound can accurately assess diaphragm function in adults with known or suspected diaphragm dysfunction. Researchers will compare ultrasound measurements with standard tests like pressure measurements and electrical signals from the diaph…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut de Myologie, France • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could virtual reality help kids with a rare muscle disease read emotions better?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests whether virtual reality training can help children aged 6 to 16 with the childhood form of myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) improve their ability to understand others' thoughts and emotions. Participants engage in social scenarios in a virtual environment, guided …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut de Myologie, France • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Robotic leg device shows promise for helping muscle disease patients walk
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a powered leg exoskeleton (Keeogo) in 50 people with various muscle disorders to see if it is safe and helps them walk better. Participants performed walking tests with and without the device. The goal was to see if the device could improve walking distance and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut de Myologie, France • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Robotic exoskeleton shows promise for muscle disease patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a wearable robotic suit called MyoSuit that assists knee and hip movement in people with various muscle disorders. 32 participants used the device to perform walking tests, and researchers checked for safety and any immediate improvements in walking ability. The…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut de Myologie, France • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Smartphone sensors and apps could revolutionize monitoring of rare muscle diseases
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tests whether digital tools like smartphone apps, wearable sensors, and home spirometers can reliably track symptoms of neuromuscular diseases. Researchers will compare data collected at home with in-clinic measurements from 40 participants aged 12–60. The goal is to d…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Institut de Myologie, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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French SMA questionnaire put to the test: will it measure up?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at whether a French version of the SMAFRS questionnaire gives reliable results when used twice in adults with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). About 60 participants will fill out the questionnaire during a routine visit and again 15 days later. No treatment is give…
Sponsor: Institut de Myologie, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New study aims to sharpen tools for measuring muscle decline in common adult muscular dystrophy
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 30 adults with myotonic dystrophy type 1 (Steinert disease) and 30 healthy volunteers over three years to see how muscle strength and function change naturally over time. Researchers measured things like muscle power, walking ability, and nerve responses to fi…
Sponsor: Institut de Myologie, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC