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Neuromuscular Conditions: A Closer Look

Neuromuscular Conditions

Neuromuscular disorders involve conditions that may result in muscle weakness or wasting. They can involve problems with the spinal cord (motor nerve cells), peripheral nerves, nerve-muscle junction (neuromuscular), or the muscle fibers. They can lead to gradual weakness and breakdown of the muscles and result in loss of function. Some of the common problems include muscle contractures, weakness, difficulty with mobility and selfcares, and sometimes difficulty with speech.