Bone Mineral Density among Individuals with Residual Lower Limb Weakness after Polio

Literature indicates that individuals with long-term residual lower extremity (LE) weakness after polio have decreased bone mineral density (BMD) deficiencies related to muscle weakness. Where weakness is asymmetrical, bone densitometry (BDt) measured only on the stronger LE may misclassify BMD.

Source: PM and R - September 6, 2018 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Beth Grill, Pamela Levangie, Maria Cole, Darren Rosenberg, Leah Jensen Source Type: research