Virtual group therapy aims to boost social skills in kids with rare muscle disease

NCT ID NCT07711730

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Deusto Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 17, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Summary

This trial tests a 12-session telecare program for children aged 7 to 17 with limb-girdle muscular dystrophy. The group-based intervention focuses on social cognition, emotional management, and coping strategies to improve quality of life and reduce symptoms. Participants attend weekly one-hour videoconferences with four other children.

What this could mean

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Active substance: a group-based telecare psychosocial and cognitive intervention
What this could lead to: If successful, this program could offer a practical way to boost social skills, emotional well-being, and quality of life for children with limb-girdle muscular dystrophy.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The intervention is behavioral, so benefits may vary and are not guaranteed.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

limb-girdle muscular dystrophy Social Skills

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Locations

University of Deusto
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Bilbao, Biscay, 48007, Spain

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