No travel needed: new study uses video calls to uncover genetic secrets of childhood muscle disease
NCT ID NCT07630389
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study aims to learn why myotonic dystrophy type 1 affects children differently than adults, and why symptoms vary even within the same family. Researchers will observe 100 children (ages 0-17) through video calls and simple at-home activities, and analyze their genes from a blood sample. No travel is required—families get an iPad and tools shipped to them.
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University of Rochester
RECRUITINGRochester, New York, 14642, United States
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