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What is the definition of Inclusion Body Myositis?
Inclusion body myositis (IBM) is a progressive muscle disorder characterized by muscle inflammation, weakness, and atrophy (wasting). It is a type of inflammatory myopathy. The most common symptoms include progressive weakness of the legs, arms, fingers, and wrists. Some people also have weakness of the facial muscles (especially muscles controlling eye closure), or difficulty swallowing (dysphagia). Muscle cramping and pain are uncommon, but have been reported in some people. The underlying cause of IBM is poorly understood and likely involves the interaction of genetic, immune-related, and environmental factors. Some people may have a genetic predisposition to developing IBM, but the condition itself typically is not inherited.
What are the alternative names for Inclusion Body Myositis?
  • Inclusion body myositis
  • IBM
  • Inflammatory myopathy
  • Sporadic inclusion body myositis
Who are the top Inclusion Body Myositis Local Doctors?
Internal Medicine
Internal Medicine

Endeavor Health Medical Group

2650 Ridge Ave, 
Evanston, IL 
 0.9 mi
Accepting New Patients

Jason Kramer is an Internal Medicine provider in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Kramer and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inclusion Body Myositis. His top areas of expertise are Parkinson's Disease, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, Inclusion Body Myositis, and Aneurysm Repair. Dr. Kramer is currently accepting new patients.

Neurology | Neurosurgery
Neurology | Neurosurgery

Endeavor Health Medical Group

2650 Ridge Ave, 
Evanston, IL 
 0.9 mi
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

Henry Echiverri is a Neurologist and a Neurosurgery provider in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Echiverri and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inclusion Body Myositis. His top areas of expertise are Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Epilepsy, and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy. Dr. Echiverri is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Endeavor Health Medical Group

2650 Ridge Ave, 
Evanston, IL 
 0.9 mi
Accepting New Patients

Alexandru Barboi is a Neurologist in Evanston, Illinois. Dr. Barboi and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Inclusion Body Myositis. His top areas of expertise are Orthostatic Hypotension, Peripheral Neuropathy, Low Blood Pressure, Familial Dysautonomia, and Thymectomy. Dr. Barboi is currently accepting new patients.

What are the latest Inclusion Body Myositis Clinical Trials?
Efficacy and Safety of Pozelimab and Cemdisiran Combination Therapy in Patients With Sporadic Inclusion Body Myositis

Summary: To evaluate the efficacy of Pozelimab/Cemdisiran combination therapy in patients with sIBM

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Exercise As Treatment for Patients with Inclusion Body Myositis

Summary: There is little knowledge about exercise for patients with inclusion body myositis (IBM). Patients with IBM have limited access to rehabilitation and physiotherapy resources, despite a significant need for these services due to the progressive nature of the condition, which leads to a gradual decline in physical function. The purpose of the project is to develop and implement a 16-week exercise in...

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center