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Muscle atrophy |
| Overview Treatment |
| Alternative Names: |
| Muscle wasting; Wasting; Atrophy of the muscles |
| Home Care: |
| Application of moist heat is recommended along with whirlpool baths and resistive exercises. Unless prohibited by the doctor, active exercises are recommended where a full range of motion is achieved. Exercises using braces or splints are recommended for those who cannot actively move one or more joints. |
| Call your health care provider if: |
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| What to expect at your health care provider's office: |
| The medical history will be obtained and a physical examination performed. Medical history questions documenting muscle atrophy in detail may include:
Diagnostic tests that may be performed include:
You may want to add a diagnosis related to muscle atrophy to your personal medical record. |
Active vs. inactive muscle |
Muscular atrophy |
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