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An Overview of Muscle Weakness

Introduction Muscle weakness is a lack of muscle strength (not to be confused with muscle fatigue). Its causes are many and can be divided into conditions that have either true or perceived muscle weakness. True muscle weakness is a primary symptom of a variety of skeletal muscle diseases, including muscular dystrophy and inflammatory myopathy. It… Read More

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An Overview of Muscle Fatigue

Introduction Muscle fatigue is when muscles that were initially generating a normal amount of force, then experience a declining ability to generate force. It can be a result of vigorous exercise, but abnormal fatigue may be caused by barriers to or interference with the different stages of muscle contraction. There are two main causes of… Read More

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Muscle Weakness: An Overview

1.0 Introduction Muscle weakness (myasthenia, asthenia or muscular debility) happens when your full effort does not produce a normal muscle contraction or movement, and can range from a brief bout of weakness to paralysis. It is sometimes referred to as reduced muscle strength, muscular weakness, and weak muscles. Whether you are ill or you simply… Read More