Painless muscle test could speed up ALS diagnosis
NCT ID NCT05104710
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study is testing whether a quick, painless measurement of muscle activity using surface electrodes can help doctors diagnose ALS earlier and more accurately. Researchers will compare this test to current methods in 650 people with muscle symptoms. They will also track how the test changes over time in ALS patients to see if it matches disease progression.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a faster, more accurate way to diagnose ALS, helping patients get care sooner.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. The test may not prove reliable enough for widespread use, and results may take years to confirm.
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Massachusetts General Hospital
RECRUITINGBoston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States
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University of California Center for Clinical Research
ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITINGIrvine, California, 92697, United States
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University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
RECRUITINGMiami, Florida, 33136, United States
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Washington University Medical Center
RECRUITINGSt Louis, Missouri, 63110, United States
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