A study on spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) focuses on patients classified as "sitters," who have some level of sitting ability. This research likely explores how SMA affects muscle strength and structure in these individuals, particularly in relation to the spinal cord's anterior horn cells, which are crucial for muscle control.
By examining structural changes in muscles and their functional impact, researchers may uncover new ways to support patients with SMA, potentially improving their quality of life. This study contributes to a broader understanding of SMA's effects and how they vary among different patient groups, which could be important for developing targeted treatments or therapies (Bieniaszewska & Gajewska, 2025).
Clinical Trials
This is a list of upcoming or ongoing clinical trials that are actively recruiting and have been listed or updated in the last two weeks: