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Isometric and Eccentric Force Generation Assessment of Skeletal Muscles Isolated from Murine Models of Muscular Dystrophies
Published on: January 31, 2013
[Effects of physical exercise in muscular dystrophies]
Alexis Boulinguiez1, Dounia Bouragba1, Barbara Crisol1
1Sorbonne Université, Inserm, Institut de Myologie, Centre de recherche en myologie, Paris, France.
Abstract:
Myopathies are a heterogeneous group of diseases characterized by progressive muscle weakness and degeneration. While muscle diseases have a major impact on patients' quality of life, a growing number of pre-clinical and clinical studies suggest that adapted physical exercise is beneficial in alleviating some symptoms and improving some functional parameters. This brief review of the literature discusses the current state of research about the effects of exercise in humans with various muscle diseases, exploring its impact on molecular mechanisms, muscle strength, endurance, function and the quality of life.
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