ArticleJournal of neuromuscular diseases2026
Rehabilitation technology in assessment and treatment of arm and hand function in myotonic dystrophy type 1: A single subject experimental design study.
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- Effect of exercise training on clinical and physiological variables in adults with myotonic dystrophy type 1: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Journal of neurology · 2026Pooled it
- Test-Retest Reliability of Remote Assessments in Patients With Myotonic Dystrophy Type 1.Neurology · 2026Article
- Take Fatigue or Fatigues into Account in Physiotherapy Interventions? A Rapid Scoping Review.Physical therapy research · 2025Review
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Abstract
backgroundMyotonic Dystrophy type 1 (DM1) is a slowly progressive hereditary neuromuscular disorder affecting several organ systems including the musculoskeletal system.
objectiveTo examine the effects of rehabilitation technology on arm and hand function in the assessment and treatment of adults with DM1 with moderate to severe muscle impairment.
methodsA single subject experimental design study (SSED) with 6 participants. The assessments were done weekly through remote study assessments using the video-conference system Whereby
resultsImprovement on the NHPT test on the dominant hand were found for five of the six participants. Three of six improved on the non-dominant hand and in AROM. Two of the three participants that measured pinch and grip strength improved, and all three improved on the Nut and Bolt task. Self- reported function, myotonia and fatigue remained stable. All participants were able to participate in video assessments.
conclusionsImpairment in arm- and hand function affects independence in people with DM1.Our findings suggest that exercising arm- and hand using rehabilitation technology may have a positive effect on function measured by dexterity, strength, and movement in DM1. There is a need to study the effect of exercise on arm- and hand function in DM1 in larger studies. The use of video-consultations can be a supplement in assessment of people with neuromuscular conditions in research and clinical practise.
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