A Device for Rapid, Painless, Bedside Muscle Evaluation of Children

A Device for Rapid, Painless, Bedside Muscle Evaluation of Children

The purpose of this protocol is to perform Electrical Impedance Myography (EIM) testing on healthy children and children with duchenne muscular dystrophy so as to develop a new, convenient tool for the office based assessment of children with a wide variety of neuromuscular conditions.

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy:

Inclusion Criteria:

• 1. Age 0-18
• 2. Male
• 3. Genetic or histopathologic diagnosis of duchenne muscular dystrophy, or signs and symptoms of DMD and genetic or histopathologic diagnosis in a family member.

Exclusion Criteria:

• 1. Age over 18
• 2. Female
• 3. Presence of a superimposed neuromuscular or other medical condition that substantially impacts the individual's health or ability to cooperate.