A spine-zapping implant helped 3 people with a muscle-wasting disease walk better
Researchers reported a spine-stimulating implant might aid neurodegenerative diseases like spinal muscle atrophy.
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Spinal stimulation restored muscles wasted by rare genetic disorder
Three patients with spinal muscular atrophy had improved muscle strength and could walk farther after a month of daily spinal ...
How a tiny spinal implant could help those with muscle-wasting disease
How a tiny spinal implant could help those with muscle-wasting disease - Three people with a muscle-destroying disease got ...
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Quadriceps atrophy: to what extent does it exist in patellofemoral pain syndrome?
Objective: To investigate atrophy and weakness of the quadriceps femoris muscle group in patients with PFPS using measures of cross-sectional area and peak extension torque. Methods: A total of 57 ...
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Quadriceps muscle atrophy may persist 2 years after ACL surgery in elite athletes
A study of NCAA Division I football players revealed persistent atrophy in the quadriceps and gastrocnemius muscles 2 years ...
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Mechanical Implant Stirs Wasting Muscle Back into Action
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Spinal Cord Stimulation Improves Leg Strength and Walking in Adults with SMA
In a small human trial in SMA patients neurostimulation sessions improved motoneuron function, reduced fatigue, and improved leg muscle strength and walking.
Spinal Zap Implant Helps Muscle Disease Patients Regain Strength
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 5, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- A new spinal cord implant may help people with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) ...