Distal muscle weakness: The muscle examination is critical in the diagnostic evaluation of patients complaining of weakness or presenting with functional motor problems. Together with the history and general physical examination, demonstrating the presence of true muscle weakness is the first step in this evaluation. Laboratory and electrophysiologic studies of nerves and muscles and muscle biopsy may then be required to complete the evaluation. Serial measurements of muscle strength and function are also necessary in the long-term follow-up of patients with neuromuscular disorders to determine response to treatment. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Distal muscle weakness is available below.
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