Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and the Viscoelastic Properties of Upper Limb Muscles

Plain-language summary

This study examines the viscoelastic (stiffness and elasticity) properties of the upper limb muscles in individuals with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD); it is an observational study with no drug or treatment given. Individuals with a genetically or biopsy-confirmed DMD diagnosis and family consent can take part. It is a study with no assigned phase and is enrolling participants by invitation.

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Trial details

Phase

N/A

Status

Enrolling by invitation

Sponsor

Sanko University

Start date

11/1/2025

Estimated completion

3/1/2026

Countries

Turkey (Türkiye)

Related genes

Locations

• Gaziantep, Turkey (Türkiye)

Eligibility criteria

Criteria are reproduced from the ClinicalTrials.gov record in the original English. Only the trial team can determine eligibility.

Inclusion Criteria:

* Individuals with a genetically or biopsy-confirmed diagnosis of DMD.
* Individuals for whom family consent has been obtained

Exclusion Criteria:

* Individuals with orthopaedic deformities, trauma or surgery in the upper extremities
* Individuals with serious cardiopulmonary complications
* Individuals with another neurological disease that may affect muscle tone