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SUBMITTER: D'Antona G
PROVIDER: S-EPMC4163371 | biostudies-literature | 2014
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature
BioMed research international 20140828
Myopathies are chronic degenerative pathologies that induce the deterioration of the structure and function of skeletal muscle. So far a definitive therapy has not yet been developed and the main aim of myopathy treatment is to slow the progression of the disease. Current nonpharmacological therapies include rehabilitation, ventilator assistance, and nutritional supplements, all of which aim to delay the onset of the disease and relieve its symptoms. Besides an adequate diet, nutritional supplem ...[more]