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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 stimulation.

Feb 9, 2025 - 21:48
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Spinal stimulation restored muscles wasted by rare genetic disorder
Research participant Doug McCullough uses the adaptive exercise bike during a testing session at the University of Pittsburgh.

Three patients with spinal muscular atrophy had improved muscle strength and could walk farther after a month of daily spinal stimulation.

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