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New study aims to uncover hidden clues in Friedreich's ataxia

NCT ID NCT02497534

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Florida Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study looks at how Friedreich's ataxia affects the heart and nerves using advanced imaging, exercise tests, and biopsies. Researchers will track 203 people with the condition to find better ways to measure disease progression. The goal is to improve future treatment studies, not to test a new therapy.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to better ways to measure and track Friedreich's ataxia progression, helping future treatment trials.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It will not directly improve symptoms, and results may not apply to all patients.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Participants

About 203 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Start date

Sep 2015

Expected to finish

Jun 2030

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Subjects with Friedreich's ataxia, healthy control subjects, and carriers of Friedreich's ataxia

Ages

6 to 70 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.

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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.

Inclusion Criteria: * Genetic diagnosis of Friedreich's ataxia by DNA sequencing, mutational analysis or protein assay OR be a healthy subject with no evidence of a neuromuscular disorder * Between the ages of 6 and 70 (inclusive) * Are able to tolerate metabolic exercise testing * Are stable on cardiac medication regimen for 3 months prior to screening Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of unstable heart disease * Receipt of cardiac transplant * Any concurrent medical condition which, in the opinion of the investigators, would make the subject unsuitable for the study

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Ataxia Friedreich ataxia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Friedreich's ataxia

How to take part

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  2. The official record

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Florida

    RECRUITING

    Gainesville, Florida, 32610, United States

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