Tailored diet shows promise for young duchenne patients

NCT ID NCT06682585

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether a personalized diet could improve nutrition and movement in children aged 4-8 with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). Nine children in Ankara, Turkey, received dietary counseling focused on energy, protein, calcium, and fluid needs. Researchers measured changes in body weight, height, and walking ability. The goal was to see if a disease-specific diet can help manage DMD alongside standard care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Duchenne muscular dystrophy

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • DMD Aileleri Derneği

    Ankara, Çankaya, 06530, Turkey (Türkiye)