Walking test outcomes in adults with genetic neuromuscular diseases: a systematic literature
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The pathophysiology of respiratory muscle weakness in myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1)
remains incompletely understood. 21 adult patients with DM1 (11 men, 42±13 years) and 21 …

Objective To investigate the effectiveness of Energetic, a self-management group program
combining aerobic training, energy conservation management, and relapse prevention to …

Background Three-meter backward walk test (3MBWT) and 50-ft walk test (50FWT) are
frequent physical performance tests in clinical practice. Aims The aim of the study was to …

(1) Background: Duchenne (DMD) is a rare neuromuscular disease that progressively
weakens muscles, which severely impairs gait capacity. The Six Minute-Walk Test (6MWT) …

Introduction: Polyneuropathy (PNP) is a chronic progressive disease that over time can lead
to damage of sensory, motor and/or autonomic peripheral nerves. Symptoms vary from …

Objectives: To examine the feasibility and safety of blood flow restricted walking (BFR-W) in
patients with intermittent claudication (IC). Moreover, to evaluate changes in objective …

COVID-19 can lead to a long-term loss of functioning, which may affect activities and
participation in daily living in various ways. The extent and characteristics of post-COVID-19 …

Aims To demonstrate the reliability and validity of the modified four-square step test (mFSST)
and the step test (ST) in community-dwelling older adults. Methods Fifty older adults were …

Physical activity (PA) can improve physical, mental, and social health, leading to quality of
life (QoL). However, some are unable to participate independently due to age-related …