Quadriceps and ankle weakness in inclusion body myositis: impact on descending balance control and rehabilitation strategies – a systematic review

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IBM

QUADRICEPS PAPER - Patient Focus Group Drug

This study reviewed the scientific literature to better understand why falls occur in IBM and what muscles groups play the most important role.

The work helps guide future research and rehabilitation strategies aimed at reducing falls and improving safety for people living with IBM.

The findings suggest that rehabilitation programs for IBM may benefit from focusing on :

Strengthening and control of the quadriceps muscles
Improving ankle stability and coordination
Training the body to manage controlled lowering movements (descending balance control)

MSU 'Right Now' Research Dr. Woohyoung Jeon and the Kinesiology team at University of Texas-Tyler

Falls and Balance in IBM, a new paper published from the Kinesiology team at University of Texas – Tyler with support from Myositis Support and Understanding and the MSU ‘Right Now’ Research Team

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