A reduction in the strength of one or more muscles
Symptoms of Muscle Weakness
The following features are indicative of Muscle Weakness:
frequent falls
difficulty getting up from a lying or sitting position
trouble running and jumping
waddling gait
walking on the toes
large calf muscles
muscle pain and stiffness
learning disabilities
It is possible that Muscle Weakness shows no physical symptoms and still is present in a patient.
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Common Causes of Muscle Weakness
The following are the most common causes of Muscle Weakness:
mutation in the CACNA1S gene
Risk Factors for Muscle Weakness
The following factors may increase the likelihood of Muscle Weakness:
family history
Prevention of Muscle Weakness
No, it is not possible to prevent Muscle Weakness.
mutation in the CACNA1S gene
Occurrence of Muscle Weakness
Number of Cases
The following are the number of Muscle Weakness cases seen each year worldwide:
Common between 1 - 10 Million cases
Common Age Group
Muscle Weakness can occur at any age.
Common Gender
Muscle Weakness can occur in any gender.
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Muscle Weakness
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Muscle Weakness:
Enzyme tests: To detect the damaged muscles release enzymes
Electromyography: To measure the electrical activity and confirm the muscle disease
Genetic testing: To determine the gene mutations that cause different types of muscular dystrophy
Muscle biopsy: To distinguish muscular dystrophies from other muscle diseases
Heart-monitoring tests: To evaluate the heart function
Lung-monitoring tests: To assess the lung function
Doctor for Diagnosis of Muscle Weakness
Patients should visit the following specialists if they have symptoms of Muscle Weakness:
Orthopedist
Physical therspist
Occupational therapist
Cardiologist
Dietician
Genetic counselor
Neurologist
Nurse case manager
Social worker
Speech pathologist
Complications of Muscle Weakness if untreated
Yes, Muscle Weakness causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Muscle Weakness is left untreated:
inability to walk
shortening of muscles or tendons around joints
breathing problems
scoliosis
heart problems
swallowing problems
Procedures for Treatment of Muscle Weakness
The following procedures are used to treat Muscle Weakness:
Surgery: To correct the spinal curvature
Self-care for Muscle Weakness
The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Muscle Weakness:
do aerobic exercise
Use braces: Helps to keep muscles and tendons stretched and flexible
Use mobility aids: Canes, walkers and wheelchairs help to maintain mobility and independence
Alternative Medicine for Treatment of Muscle Weakness
The following alternate medicine and therapies are known to help in the treatment or management of Muscle Weakness:
Do range of motion exercises: Helps to keep joints flexible
Patient Support for Treatment of Muscle Weakness
The following actions may help Muscle Weakness patients:
Family support: Helps in making patient comfortable by sharing their feelings
Time for Treatment of Muscle Weakness
While time-period of treatment for each patient may vary, below is the typical time-period for Muscle Weakness to resolve if treated properly under an expert supervision:
Disease cannot be treated but only maintained or effects reduced