A Physical Therapist’s Perspective On a New Treatment for SMA in Patients 2 Months and Older Sponsored Post
As key team members in the management of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA),1physical therapists need to understand how disease-modifying therapies may impact patients with SMA and how to best assess these patients over time. Evrysdi (risdiplam) is a new disease-modifying...
Molecule Similar to Evrysdi But Possibly Safe at Higher Doses Identified
A newly identified small molecule able to cross into the brain — named TEC-1 — significantly eased disease severity and prolonged survival in a mouse model of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), a study from Japan reported. TEC-1 was reported to work in ways similar to...
Massage and Stretching Techniques For SMA Patients
During physical therapy, there are many different techniques that can be utilized to maximize the patient’s care. Some of these can include different manual techniques such as soft tissue massage, edema reduction massage, and manual stretching to increase the comfort...
Muscle-directed Therapy SRK-015 Improves Motor Function in SMA Types 2, 3, Data Show
SRK-015, Scholar Rock’s muscle-targeted therapy, safely and effectively improved motor function in children and young adults with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) types 2 and 3, six-month interim data from a Phase 2 trial show. These benefits were more pronounced with...
Gene Therapy Reduces Disease Severity in SMA Mouse Model, Study Shows
Gene therapy that increased the production of a protein called DOK7 in a spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) mouse model was found to improve the neuromuscular junction structure, reduce muscle fiber loss, improve grip strength, and extend survival. These study findings...HCP — SMA News Today
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