Myopathy

This trial is testing an experimental treatment called CRT-402 for people with severe autoimmune diseases like lupus, scleroderma, and myositis that haven't improved with standard therapies. CRT-402 is a type of CAR-T cell therapy given by infusion that aims to deplete certain im…

This early-stage trial is testing whether a personalized cell therapy called Eque-cel can safely and effectively treat people with refractory immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy (IMNM), a severe autoimmune condition that causes muscle weakness and damage. The therapy involves re…

This trial tests an experimental drug called SFL-0821 in adults with facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD), a genetic condition that causes progressive muscle weakness. Researchers give the drug by intravenous infusion, either once or multiple times, and compare it agains…

This phase III trial tests whether the oral drug nerandomilast can improve symptoms of idiopathic inflammatory myopathies, a group of rare autoimmune diseases that cause muscle weakness and inflammation. Adults with active myositis are randomly assigned to take nerandomilast or a…

This trial tests an experimental drug called PF-08154225 in people with autoimmune diseases like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, myositis, or scleroderma. The drug aims to calm the immune system, which mistakenly attacks healthy cells in these conditions. Participants receive the dr…

This study will test hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) — breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber — for over 30 conditions, including long COVID, Crohn's disease, frostbite, and multiple sclerosis. Researchers will track 100 patients to see if HBOT improves their quality of …

This early-stage study tests whether a single infusion of a patient's own modified immune cells (CAR-T cells) is safe for people with severe autoimmune diseases like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, or scleroderma that haven't improved with standard treatments. Only 6 adults aged 18-…

This trial tests whether TECAR therapy, which uses capacitive and resistive energy to heat deep tissues, can improve tendon thickness, reduce pain, and restore shoulder movement in people with supraspinatus tendinitis. Researchers will compare TECAR therapy to conventional physio…

This trial tests whether a daily supplement of calcium-HMB plus vitamin D3 can help adults aged 65 to 85 with type 2 diabetes keep their muscle mass and metabolism while starting semaglutide, a common weight-loss and diabetes medication. Participants take the supplement or a plac…

This study tests whether adding sirolimus (a drug that calms the immune system) to ELEVIDYS gene therapy can prevent serious liver injury in boys with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. About 20 participants will receive the treatment and be monitored for side effects. The goal is to m…

This trial tests two ways of taking the steroid prednisolone in boys aged 4-10 with Duchenne muscular dystrophy who can still walk. One group takes the drug every other day, while the other takes it for 10 days on, then 10 days off. The goal is to see which schedule better preser…

This Phase 3 trial tests garetosmab, an antibody that blocks activin A, in 18 children and teens with fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (FOP), a rare disease where muscle and tissue turn into bone. The study will check safety, side effects, and whether the drug reduces new ab…

This trial tests whether combining AI with clinical exams and imaging can create a more targeted treatment plan for people with temporomandibular disorders (TMD), which cause jaw pain and limited movement. Participants receive either low-level laser acupuncture, proprioceptive tr…

This phase 2 trial tests an experimental drug called KER-065 in adult and pediatric males with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), a genetic condition that causes progressive muscle weakness. The study includes both those who can walk and those who cannot, and all participants mus…

This phase 1 trial tests an experimental cell therapy called LMY-922 (BAFF CAR-T cells) in people aged 16 to 75 with refractory autoimmune diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, dermatomyositis, and systemic sclerosis. The therapy uses donor immune cells engineered to t…

This study will test a mobile brain-computer interface (iBCI) that lets people with severe paralysis control computers and mobile devices using only their thoughts. Two veterans with conditions like spinal cord injury or ALS will use the device at home. The goal is to see if the …

Hormone therapy for prostate cancer often causes muscle loss, which may weaken the immune system by reducing a key signalling protein called IL-7. This trial tests whether a 12-week supervised strength training programme can prevent muscle loss and raise IL-7 levels in men receiv…

This early-phase trial tests a single dose of universal (off-the-shelf) CAR-T cells in 30 adults with active autoimmune diseases like lupus, scleroderma, vasculitis, myositis, or Sjögren's. The treatment targets CD19 and BCMA on immune cells to reset the faulty immune system. The…

This study offers continued access to anifrolumab (Saphnelo) for people with systemic lupus erythematosus, systemic sclerosis, or myopathies who completed a prior anifrolumab trial and are still benefiting from the drug. Participants receive the same treatment as before, while re…

This study tests two experimental drugs, ENTR-601-44 and ENTR-601-45, in people with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) who have already taken part in earlier studies. The goal is to see if long-term use is safe and tolerable, and whether it can help maintain muscle function. Part…

This early-stage study is testing a new treatment called C-CAR168 for people with autoimmune diseases like multiple sclerosis, lupus, and myasthenia gravis that have not improved with standard therapies. The treatment uses a patient's own immune cells, which are modified in a lab…

This study tests whether Maraviroc, a drug currently used for HIV, can reduce muscle inflammation and improve function in adults with myositis that hasn't responded to standard treatments. Ten participants will take a daily 300mg tablet for 12 weeks and undergo muscle biopsies an…

This early-phase trial tests a single infusion of universal CAR-T cells (RD06-05) in 30 children and adolescents with severe autoimmune diseases, including lupus, scleroderma, and kidney inflammation. The cells are designed to target and calm overactive immune cells. The main goa…

This study tests whether semaglutide (a GLP-1 drug used for weight loss) is safe for adolescents and young adults with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) who are also overweight or obese. The main concern is that the drug might reduce muscle mass, which is already weak in DMD. Par…

This early-stage trial tests a one-time infusion of donor immune cells (CAR-γδT cells) designed to target and destroy faulty B cells in people with severe autoimmune diseases like lupus and scleroderma. The main goal is to check safety and find the right dose in 9 adults whose di…

This study tests a drug called teclistamab in 24 adults with a severe, rapidly worsening lung disease linked to anti-MDA5 antibodies. The disease has a very poor outlook, with only about 25% of patients surviving 90 days without a lung transplant. Teclistamab aims to improve surv…

This study tests an oral drug called glycerol tributyrate in 24 adults with MELAS or LHON-Plus, two rare mitochondrial diseases that cause severe symptoms like strokes and vision loss. The trial is open-label (everyone gets the drug) and uses each person as their own control over…

This early-phase trial tests an injection called KSVCBD, a type of CAR-T cell therapy, in 60 adults with severe autoimmune diseases like lupus and scleroderma. The goal is to see if it's safe and to get a first look at whether it might help control the disease. Participants recei…

This study tests whether a 12-week program of exercise and personalized diet counseling can help preserve muscle mass in obese adults taking GLP-1 medications like Wegovy. Twenty participants aged 40-55 will be followed to see if these lifestyle changes prevent the muscle loss of…

This early-phase study tests a new treatment called BEN301, which uses specially engineered immune cells (CAR-Tregs) to calm overactive immune responses in people with autoimmune diseases like scleroderma, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and inflammatory muscle disease. The trial wi…

This study tests the safety of a drug called rituximab in 5 boys aged 6-10 with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) who can still walk. The drug aims to lower certain immune proteins to possibly slow muscle damage. Researchers will monitor side effects and measure changes in walkin…

This study tests whether a person's own stem cells, processed and given by IV, can safely help with multiple system atrophy (MSA) — a rare, worsening brain disease that affects movement and automatic body functions like blood pressure. Fifty adults aged 35 to 65 will receive eith…

This early-stage trial will test a new cell therapy called YTS109 in 12 children aged 5 to 17 with severe autoimmune diseases like lupus or scleroderma that have not responded to standard treatments. The children will receive a single infusion of these cells, and researchers will…

This very early trial will test whether injecting a patient's own lab-grown muscle cells under the skin is safe for people with muscle atrophy from long-term bed rest. Only 6 participants will receive the transplant and be closely monitored for side effects and signs of muscle re…

This study tests a drug called telitacicept in 30 adults with inflammatory myopathy, a condition where the immune system attacks muscles, causing weakness. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and can control the disease. Participants must have not responded well to standard tr…

This early-phase study tests a new drug called WGb-0301 for people with autoimmune diseases (like lupus or autoimmune hepatitis) that haven't responded to standard treatments. The drug uses mRNA technology to target and clear certain immune cells (B cells) that are causing the di…

This study tests whether a new Fast Fix suturing system works better than the usual method for repositioning the jaw joint disc in people with TMJ internal derangement. About 50 adults who need surgery after other treatments failed will be randomly assigned to one of the two tech…

This early-phase trial will test BCT301, a type of immune cell made from stem cells, in 10 people with severe autoimmune diseases like lupus and scleroderma. Participants receive a single infusion of these cells after a short course of chemotherapy. The main goal is to check safe…

This early study tests a new treatment called CD19 UCAR-T cells for people with autoimmune diseases like lupus, vasculitis, and Sjögren's syndrome. The therapy uses modified immune cells to target and calm the overactive immune system. The main goals are to check safety and see i…

This study tests a new treatment using CD19 CAR T-cells for people with severe autoimmune diseases that haven't improved with standard therapies. About 30 participants will receive a single dose of these engineered immune cells after chemotherapy. The goal is to see if it's safe …

This study explores whether a painless ultrasound technique, called shear wave elastography, can detect early signs of muscle weakness in critically ill patients on breathing machines. About 98 adults will have their nerves scanned on days 1, 4, and 7 in the ICU. The goal is to s…

This study will check if an AI system can accurately measure eye movements from smartphone videos. About 1,000 adults with suspected eye movement issues will record a short video while following a moving target. The AI's measurements will be compared to expert ratings to see if i…

This study will check if a muscle ultrasound can reliably detect muscle loss (sarcopenia) in 140 adults getting a kidney transplant. Researchers will compare ultrasound results with a standard body-composition test before and up to one year after transplant. If it works, this cou…

This study will check if a new physical exam called Said's test can accurately diagnose biceps tendon injuries in the shoulder. Researchers will test 144 adults, including those with shoulder injuries and healthy volunteers. Two doctors will perform the new test and standard test…

Researchers test whether a combination of orofacial myofunctional therapy and cervical stabilization exercises can reduce jaw pain and improve function in adults with anterior disc displacement with reduction, a common temporomandibular disorder. The trial enrolls 80 adults aged …

Researchers are testing whether a single online urotherapy education session can improve parents' knowledge and daily habits around bladder and bowel care for children with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. About 50 parents or caregivers will take part. The session covers urinary trac…

This study tests whether applying local heat to the jaw can reduce pain and fatigue caused by teeth clenching in people with chronic temporomandibular disorder (TMD). Ten adults with TMD will receive heat therapy and report their pain levels daily for 8 days. Researchers will com…

This trial tests whether a numbing cream (lidocaine-prilocaine) can reduce pain during trigger point injections for pelvic floor muscle pain. Adults undergoing these in-office injections will receive either the numbing cream or a placebo cream before the procedure. The study meas…

This trial compares two non-invasive treatments for myofascial pain disorder, a common cause of chronic jaw and facial pain. Researchers will give one group low-level laser therapy and another group therapeutic ultrasound, both applied to the masseter muscle. The goal is to see w…

This trial tests whether kinesio taping, a stretchy tape applied to the skin, can reduce pain and muscle stiffness in people with myofascial trigger points in the upper trapezius muscle, a common source of neck and shoulder pain. Forty adults with active trigger points will recei…

This study explores whether a self-guided web program called 'Better Nights, Better Days for Youth' can improve sleep and reduce pain in teenagers with rheumatic diseases like arthritis and lupus. Teens aged 12-18 with sleep problems will track their sleep and pain daily, then us…

This trial tests whether adding sodium hyaluronate—a substance used to lubricate joints—to standard lidocaine injections provides better and longer-lasting pain relief for people with thoracic (mid-back) pain. Participants with persistent pain despite conservative treatment will …

This trial tests whether adding an injection into the medial pterygoid muscle—a deep jaw-closing muscle often missed—improves pain relief when combined with standard botulinum toxin type A (Botox) injections into the masseter and temporalis muscles. The study includes 111 people …

This trial tests whether a new type of dental splint—made with both hard and soft 3D-printed materials—can improve comfort and outcomes for people with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. It compares the hybrid splint to conventional chairside splints and standard 3D-printed…

This study tests whether a skin patch containing mitragynine, the main active compound from the kratom plant, can reduce pain in people with chronic myofascial pain syndrome in the upper neck and shoulder muscles. Participants aged 18 to 50 with pain lasting over three months wil…

This study tests whether injections of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) can reduce pain and improve jaw function in people with chronic jaw muscle pain (myogenous TMD). Fifty women aged 20–50 with at least 3 months of pain will receive either PRP or a saltwater shot, then be followed f…

This trial tests whether washing out the jaw joint (arthrocentesis) works as well as Botox injections for treating painful temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. Adults with TMJ pain that hasn't improved with standard care will be randomly assigned to one of the two procedures.…

Pseudo-angina is chest pain that feels like a heart attack but comes from muscle knots, not the heart. This trial tests whether two hands-on treatments—Graston Technique (using a stainless-steel tool to massage muscles) and local ischemic compression (sustained finger pressure on…

This study tests whether adding shockwave therapy or platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections to a standard exercise program helps people with long-term Achilles tendon pain. One hundred active adults aged 18-65 with symptoms lasting over 3 months will be randomly assigned to exerci…

This trial tests three dry needling methods—dynamic, static, and a mix—for treating orofacial myofascial pain, a common jaw muscle condition. Forty-five adults with active trigger points in their chewing muscles will receive one technique. The study measures pain intensity, press…

This study tests whether adding a gentle muscle-release technique called Strain Counter-Strain to standard Rocabado exercises provides better relief for people with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction. The trial includes 44 adults aged 20 to 50 with mild to moderate TMJ pai…

This study tests whether adding shockwave therapy to a tailored exercise program reduces pain and improves function in people with Achilles tendon pain. Two hundred adults with pain in the mid-portion or insertion of the tendon will be randomly assigned to exercise alone or exerc…

This study tests whether a gentle neck mobilization technique can improve jaw movement and reduce pain in people with chronic jaw muscle pain (TMD myalgia). 48 adults with jaw pain will receive either the neck treatment or a placebo. Researchers will measure jaw motion, muscle ac…

This study tests whether adding deep breathing exercises to a massage routine can quickly reduce neck pain and stiffness in operating room nurses after surgery. Thirty-eight nurses will receive either massage alone or massage plus breathing exercises in a single session. Research…

This study tests whether shining specific light wavelengths (635, 940, or 1064 nm) on the jaw muscles can reduce pain and improve jaw function in people with chronic jaw muscle disorder (TMD). About 45 adults with moderate-to-severe jaw pain lasting over 3 months will receive sev…

This study tests two different manual therapy techniques—Active Release Technique and Myofascial Release—each paired with eye exercises, to see which better reduces eye strain, improves sleep quality, and lowers stress in people with neck pain. 44 adults aged 18-40 with neck pain…

This study compares two non-invasive treatments—high-intensity laser therapy and shock wave therapy—for people with chronic shoulder pain from supraspinatus tendinitis. Researchers will measure pain and disability in 48 adults over several weeks to see which approach works better…

This study looks at two treatments for a jaw joint condition called disc displacement without reduction, which causes pain and trouble opening the mouth. Fifty-two adults who haven't gotten better with standard care will be randomly assigned to get either arthroscopic surgery alo…

This study tests a new online program called TEAM-LEADS designed to help teens and young adults (ages 13-22) with lupus or dermatomyositis reduce stress and improve heart-healthy behaviors like diet, exercise, and sleep. The program is self-guided and completed online. The study …

This study tests whether myofascial release therapy, a type of hands-on treatment that loosens tight connective tissue, can improve body posture and facial symmetry in healthy adults. Sixty participants will be randomly assigned to receive the therapy twice a week for six weeks o…

This study tests which injection mixture works better for people with a displaced jaw joint (TMJ) that still clicks and moves. Twenty adults will receive either a mix of hyaluronic acid and steroids or hyaluronic acid and platelet-rich plasma after a joint washout. The goal is to…

This study tests two treatments—trigger point activator and shock wave therapy—for people with painful knots in the upper neck muscle. One hundred adults aged 25–40 with active trigger points will be randomly assigned to one of the two therapies. Researchers will measure pain and…

This study tests if a newer ultrasound-guided needle works better than a standard needle to treat gluteal tendinosis—a painful tendon condition in the buttock area. About 110 adults who haven't improved after 3 months of other treatments will be randomly assigned to one of the tw…

This study will test different types of strengthening exercises in 45 children aged 6 to 10 with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). The goal is to see if these exercises can improve muscle strength, walking distance, and chemical markers in the blood. The results could help guide…

This study looks at whether adding sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) to a standard lidocaine injection can provide better pain relief for people with myofascial pain syndrome, a condition causing muscle pain and trigger points. Thirty adults will be randomly assigned to receive ei…

This study tests whether adding dual-task exercises (combining physical movements with mental tasks) to standard physiotherapy, delivered via telerehabilitation, can reduce pain and improve jaw function in young adults with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction. Thirty partic…

This study looks at whether adding famotidine (an acid-reducing drug) to standard painkillers (paracetamol and ibuprofen) helps people with calcific tendinitis of the shoulder feel less pain and move better. About 200 adults with shoulder pain and calcium deposits will be followe…

This study tests whether a stronger laser (high-intensity) works better than a standard low-level laser for reducing pain and improving jaw movement in people with chronic jaw muscle pain. Forty adults will receive 12 laser sessions over one month and be followed for six months. …

This study tests two methods of injecting platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) into the jaw joint for people with a displaced disc that causes pain and limited mouth opening. One method uses ultrasound to guide the needle, the other uses a tiny camera (arthroscope). The goal is to see whic…

This study tests whether a supervised exercise program combining resistance training and walking can improve physical function, fitness, and quality of life in women with stage IV breast cancer. 78 women currently on medical treatment will be randomly assigned to either the exerc…

This study tests whether a supervised exercise program can help women who have had breast or gynecological cancer and now suffer from muscle loss (sarcopenia). The 78 participants will do resistance, aerobic, balance, and stretching exercises. Researchers will measure changes in …

This study tests whether combining physiotherapy, structured exercise, and psychological support can reduce the burden of chronic tinnitus (ringing in the ears) in 160 adults aged 18-70. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the 8-week multimodal program or a control g…

This study compares two treatments for buttock pain caused by piriformis syndrome and related muscle pain. Researchers will use ultrasound to guide either a sugar-water injection or a dry needle into the affected area. The goal is to see which method provides better pain relief o…

This study tests whether taking a supplement called HMB, along with a standard rehab program, can reduce pain and improve knee function in athletes with patellar tendinopathy (jumper's knee). Thirty athletes will receive either HMB or a placebo for 8 weeks. Researchers will measu…

This study tests whether a special light therapy (photobiomodulation) can reduce pain and improve jaw function in people with myofascial temporomandibular disorder (TMD), a condition causing muscle pain in the face and jaw. About 140 adults will be split into three groups: light …

This study tests three treatments for myofascial pain in the upper trapezius muscle: dry needling alone, dry needling plus a lidocaine injection, and a sham needling plus lidocaine. All groups also do stretching exercises. Ninety adults aged 18–65 with active trigger points will …

This study tests whether a mix of two drugs (triamcinolone and lidocaine) injected into jaw muscle trigger points can reduce pain in people with TMJ disorders. About 30 adults will receive either the active injection or a placebo. The main goal is to see if it lowers pain intensi…

This study tests if an experimental drug called BIO101 can help prevent muscle weakness in people taking the weight-loss drug semaglutide. About 164 obese or overweight adults will take either BIO101 or a placebo pill twice daily for 21 weeks, along with semaglutide and a reduced…

This study tests whether a gamified mobile app can help 46 boys aged 6–12 with Duchenne muscular dystrophy stay motivated with their home physiotherapy. The app includes rewards, levels, and feedback to make exercise more engaging. Researchers will measure physical function, endu…

This study tests whether a long-hold isometric exercise can reduce pain and improve function in competitive weightlifters with patellar tendinopathy (jumper's knee). About 24 athletes will either do the supervised exercise or follow routine training. Researchers will measure pain…

This study tests whether hypnotherapy can reduce pain and anxiety in children aged 6 to 18 during needle procedures like injections or blood draws. About 70 kids with conditions like juvenile arthritis or lupus will be randomly assigned to receive either hypnotherapy or standard …

This study tests whether high-intensity laser therapy can reduce pain and improve neck movement, daily function, and mood in people with trapezius myofascial pain syndrome. About 104 adults with neck pain for at least 4 weeks will receive either real or sham laser treatment. Rese…

This study tests whether inhaled salbutamol, a drug used for asthma, can reduce breathing distress in newborns with transient tachypnea of the newborn (TTN). TTN is a common lung condition after birth where fluid stays in the lungs, causing fast breathing. The trial will enroll j…

This study tests whether a multicomponent support group can improve the confidence (self-efficacy) of primary caregivers of children with Duchenne muscular dystrophy or spinal muscular atrophy in Pakistan. Thirty caregivers will join group sessions with doctors, therapists, and o…

This study compares two methods of injecting medicine into the jaw joint to relieve pain and improve function: one using a tiny camera (arthroscopy) and the other using ultrasound guidance. About 50 adults with long-term jaw pain will take part. The goal is to see which approach …

This study tests whether applying an ozonated gel with ultrasound (phonophoresis) can reduce pain and improve shoulder function in people with chronic supraspinatus tendinitis. Forty adults aged 30-60 with mild to moderate tendon issues will receive either the ozone gel treatment…

This study looks at whether TECAR therapy, a type of energy treatment, can reduce pain and improve shoulder movement in people with chronic supraspinatus tendinitis (a common tendon injury). About 46 adults with grade II tendinitis will receive the therapy. Researchers will measu…

This early-stage trial tests amlodipine, a calcium channel blocker used for high blood pressure, in 20 adults with myotonic dystrophy type 1. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and can improve muscle strength, reduce stiffness, and help with daily function. All participants w…

This study compares two needle-based treatments—electrolysis and dry needling—against standard physiotherapy for whiplash pain from car accidents. Thirty-six adults with neck pain and active trigger points will receive one of the three approaches. The goal is to see which method …

This study tests whether adding core-strengthening exercises to standard physical therapy can reduce pain and improve function in people with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. Fifty adults with jaw pain will be randomly assigned to either standard TMJ therapy or standard t…

This study looks at whether hands-on myofascial release or a tool called Graston can improve flexibility, balance, and agility better than home exercises in people with tight hamstrings. About 45 adults with hamstring shortness will be randomly assigned to one of three groups and…

This study tests whether a personalized exercise program based on muscle structure works better than a standard eccentric heel-drop program for people with chronic Achilles tendinopathy. Twenty adults with mid-tendon pain for at least 3 months will be randomly assigned to one of …

This study looks at people aged 65 and older who have signs of brain blood vessel disease on a past scan but no history of stroke, dementia, or other major brain conditions. Researchers will collect information on daily function, thinking skills, speech, and any new vascular even…

This study is building a biobank of blood samples and imaging data from 300 people with suspected inflammatory heart or autoimmune rheumatic diseases. Researchers aim to identify immune biomarkers that could predict major heart events like heart failure, stroke, or atrial fibrill…

This study looks at how a procedure called temporomandibular joint arthrocentesis—a washout of the jaw joint—affects the masseter muscle, a key chewing muscle. Researchers will use ultrasound and strain elastography to measure the muscle's thickness and elasticity before and afte…

This study looks at how the absence of a protein called Dp140 in people with Becker muscular dystrophy might affect the brain, thinking, and muscle function. Researchers will use brain and muscle imaging, along with cognitive and psychological tests, to explore these connections.…

This study follows 100 adults with myotonic dystrophy (types 1 or 2) for two years to understand how muscle stiffness, daily function, and heart health change over time. Researchers will look back at up to 18 months of past medical records and then track participants with clinic …

This study investigates whether keeping the knee bent (at a 60-degree angle) during five days of leg immobilization helps prevent muscle loss compared to keeping the knee straight. Thirty healthy adults will wear a knee brace and undergo scans, blood tests, and muscle biopsies be…

This study tests whether a wearable sensor (Syde device) can reliably measure arm and hand function in boys with Duchenne muscular dystrophy who can no longer walk. Current tests are done in clinics and may miss small changes. The goal is to see if home-based digital monitoring i…

This study looks at how whole-body heat therapy (hyperthermia) changes body temperature, pain sensitivity, and pain during movement in 60 people—half with chronic widespread pain (like fibromyalgia) and half healthy. Participants will receive six heat sessions over three weeks. T…

This study aims to better understand and treat myofascial pelvic pain, a common cause of long-term pelvic pain in women. Researchers will use a noninvasive imaging technique to measure pelvic floor muscle function before and after three different treatments: education with relaxa…

This study looks at whether a specially trained physical therapist can diagnose jaw disorders (like TMJ) as accurately as an oral surgeon. 70 people with jaw pain will be checked by both a physical therapist and a surgeon, and their diagnoses will be compared. The goal is to see …

This study looks at whether two substances in the blood, IL-6 and MMP-7, can help doctors diagnose and predict the course of a rare lung disease in children. Researchers will measure these markers in 60 children with immune-mediated interstitial lung disease and compare them to h…

This study tests a new imaging technique called full-field OCT to see if it can spot muscle inflammation faster than the usual method, which takes weeks. Researchers will compare both methods on muscle samples from 20 healthy adults and people with suspected myositis. The goal is…

This study will use ultrasound to check for tendon inflammation (tenosynovitis) in children with two types of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA): polyarticular and oligoarticular. Researchers will examine 106 children under 16 at Assiut University Hospital, comparing physical ex…

This study aims to understand if diet influences muscle health and daily function in adults with inclusion body myositis (IBM), a rare muscle disease. Researchers will compare 47 adults with IBM to healthy volunteers aged 40 and older. Participants will track their diet and activ…

This study will follow 500 boys aged 1 to 18 with Duchenne or Becker muscular dystrophy for several years. Researchers will track their muscle function, body composition, lab tests, and heart and lung imaging to map how the disease changes over time. The goal is to create a model…

This study follows up to 10 people of any age with nemaline myopathy, a rare muscle disease, for three years. Researchers will collect information during regular hospital visits to understand how the disease changes over time. The goal is to find better ways to measure disease pr…

This study will observe 300 people with long-term jaw and face muscle pain (TMD) to see how psychological factors relate to their physical symptoms. Participants will fill out questionnaires about their pain and other body symptoms. The goal is to better understand the role of me…

This study is creating a registry for people with Duchenne and Becker muscular dystrophy, as well as symptomatic female carriers. The goal is to collect health data and quality-of-life information to monitor how new therapies work in real-world settings. Up to 1,500 participants …

This study looks at how athletes at risk for patellar tendinopathy (jumper's knee) move during jumps. Researchers will use a camera system to track knee, hip, and ankle angles in 60 male athletes over 12 months. The goal is to find early movement changes that could lead to better…

This study aims to identify the many factors that influence how physically active children with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) are. Researchers will look at muscle strength, balance, thinking skills, sleep, behavior, and family environment. The goal is to gather information th…

This study will follow 1,550 adults with various neurological autoimmune diseases—like multiple sclerosis, myasthenia gravis, and autoimmune encephalitis—to see how these conditions progress and respond to treatments in everyday medical practice. Researchers will measure disabili…

This study looks at whether using artificial intelligence (AI) can help physical therapists make better treatment choices for people with myofascial pain syndrome (a type of muscle pain). About 70 adults with chronic muscle pain will be split into two groups: one gets therapy dec…

This study will follow 100 people who have had their stomach removed (gastrectomy) to see how their muscles change over time. Researchers will measure muscle thickness in the arms and legs to understand the pattern of muscle loss and how nutrition plays a role. The goal is to gat…

This study will follow 386 critically ill patients on breathing machines to see if losing 10% or more of thigh muscle within the first week in the hospital is linked to a higher chance of dying within 28 days. Researchers will use ultrasound to measure muscle size. The goal is to…

This study checks how often doctors can accurately needle specific hip muscles using only touch and landmarks, without ultrasound guidance. Forty adults with hip pain will receive dry needling, and a second doctor will use ultrasound to see if the needle hit the right spot. The g…

This study will collect health information, samples, and data from 100 people in Luxembourg (800 total across Europe) who have rheumatoid diseases and are starting or changing treatment. Researchers hope to find patterns that can predict which treatments work best for each person…