Online buddies ease caregiver burden in neuromuscular disease

NCT ID NCT05070624

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

Summary

This study tested whether virtual peer support helps family caregivers of people with neuromuscular disease feel more in control and less isolated. About 100 Canadian caregivers joined online sessions with trained peer mentors. The goal was to improve caregivers' sense of mastery and competence.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

neuromuscular disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • The Hospital for Sick Children

    Toronto, Ontario, M5G 1X8, Canada