The NeurologyLive® neuromuscular disease clinical focus page offers updates and information related to the clinical care and management of individuals with neuromuscular diseases such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Duchenne muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy, and spinal muscular atrophy, as well as rare diseases. This page consists of news, podcasts, and videos about the latest FDA actions, clinical guideline updates, interviews with physicians, study and clinical trial findings, and more.
April 19th 2025
Backed by promising early data and mechanistic insights, SNUG01 enters clinical trials as the first TRIM72-based gene therapy candidate for ALS.
Burst Expert Illustrations & Commentary™: Visualizing the Role of FcRN in Neurological Disorders
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BURST Expert Illustrations and Commentaries™: Visualizing FcRn as a Therapeutic Target in Neurological Disease
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BURST Expert Illustrations and Commentaries™: Visualizing the Implications of FcRN-Targeted Therapies on Generalized Myasthenia Gravis
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Clinical Consultations™: Navigating the Evolving Treatment Landscape in Generalized Myasthenia Gravis
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Burst Expert Illustrations & Commentary™: Visualizing the Role of Subcutaneous Infusion as an Alternate Administration Route for Medical Interventions
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SimulatED™: Diagnosing and Treating Alzheimer’s Disease in the Modern Era
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SimulatED™: Understanding the Role of Genetic Testing in Patient Selection for Anti-Amyloid Therapy
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Expert Illustrations & Commentaries™: New Targets for Treatment in Cognitive Impairment in Schizophrenia – The Role of NMDA Receptors and Co-agonists
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BURST CME™ Part I: Understanding the Impact of Huntington’s Disease
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Burst CME™ Part II: The Evolving Treatment Landscape for Huntington Disease
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Carolina Neuromuscular Disease Summit
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SimulatEd™ From Discomfort to Relief: Acute Pain Management Essentials
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Evolving Perspectives in Alzheimer's Disease: Reaching an Earlier Diagnosis, Understanding Neuroinflammation, and Exploring Therapeutic Advances
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Clinical ShowCase: Developing a Personalized Treatment Plan for a Patient with Huntington’s Disease Associated Chorea
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Medical Crossfire®: Integrating Real-World Data to Improve Outcomes for Patients With Multiple Sclerosis
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Medical Crossfire® - Optimizing Management for Patients With Generalized Myasthenia Gravis: Focus on Complement Inhibitors
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Burst CME™: Setting the Stage – Individualizing Migraine Care for Diverse Populations Across Care Settings
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Burst CME™: The Patient Journey – Unmet Needs From Diagnosis Through Management of Migraine
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Evolving Perspectives in Alzheimer Disease : Reaching an Earlier Diagnosis, Understanding Neuroinflammation, and Exploring Therapeutic Advances
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Burst CME™: Optimizing the Use of CGRP Targeted Agents for the Treatment of Migraine
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Burst CME™: Optimizing Migraine Management – Addressing Unmet Needs, Individualizing Care for Diverse Populations, and Utilizing CGRP Targeted Agents
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Community Practice Connections™: Optimizing the Management of Tardive Dyskinesia—Addressing the Complexity of Care With Targeted Treatment
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Cases and Conversations™: Applying Best Practices to Prevent Shingles in Your Practice
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Patient, Provider, and Caregiver Connection™: Pediatric Myasthenia Gravis—Current Treatment and Emerging Concepts
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Mind Moments™: Optimizing Management for Patients with Generalized Myasthenia Gravis
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Cases and Conversations™: Navigating the Complexities of Managing Myasthenia Gravis in Pediatric and Pregnant Patient Populations
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Cases and Conversations™: Little Voices, Big Challenges – Comprehensive Care for Pediatric Spinal Muscular Atrophy
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Identifying and Treating CIDP in the Modern Era
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A Breath of Strength: Managing Cancer Associated LEMS and Lung Cancer as One
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Striking the Right Nerve: Managing Cancer Associated LEMS in Lung Cancer Patients
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AT-GAA’s Conceivable Benefits for Pompe Disease and the Need for More Options
September 9th 2022Barry J. Byrne, MD, PhD, the associate chair of pediatrics and director of the Powell Gene Therapy Center at the University of Florida; and the chief medical advisor to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, offered his perspective on the upcoming FDA decision on AT-GAA (Amicus Pharma).
FDA Lifts Hold on Phase 2 Trial of SRP-5051 in DMD Amenable to Exon 51 Skipping
September 6th 2022The hold was originally placed on part B of the phase 2 MOMENTUM trial in Duchenne muscular dystrophy following a June 2022 report of hypomagnesemia after treatment with high-dose SRP-5051. Going forward, Sarepta will adjust its global trial protocol.
Acute Flaccid Myelitis: Drawing Attention Amid the Peak Months
September 6th 2022Olwen C. Murphy, MBBCh, and Matthew R. Vogt, MD, PhD, discussed the current clinical understanding of AFM and the need to recognize this condition amid the “peak” months of infection: August, September, and October.
Changes in Practice, Perspective on Developmental Milestones for Children: Paul Lipkin, MD
September 3rd 2022The director of medical outpatient services at the Kennedy Krieger Institute provided insight on how clinicians have typically assessed children who fail to meet milestones, and how that might change with new guidelines. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
Vamorolone Shows Efficacy in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Safety Advantages Over Prednisone
September 3rd 2022Compared with placebo, vamorolone-treated patients showed significantly better outcomes on several secondary and exploratory end points, such as the NorthStar Ambulatory Assessment and time to climb 4 stairs.
Behavioral Impairments More Commonly Found in SOD1 ALS Than Cognitive Impairments
September 2nd 2022Using Strong et al’s classification criteria, the percentage of SOD1+ and SOD1- patients with altered cognitive and/or behavioral profiles were similar; however, cognitive and behavioral impairment differentiated between groups.
Overview of New CDC Developmental Milestones for Young Children: Paul Lipkin, MD
August 30th 2022The director of medical outpatient services at the Kennedy Krieger Institute provided insight on the recently announced revisions to the “Learn the Signs. Act Early.” CDC developmental milestones for children. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]
Overcoming the Complexities With Gene Therapy in ALS: Anna Underhill, BS
August 18th 2022The postdoctoral researcher at King’s College London provided background on why gene therapies have not seen as much success in treating ALS, and the need for additional validation of genetic mutations. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
BLA Application to Be Submitted for ALS Agent NurOwn Following Phase 3 Statistical Corrections
August 18th 2022The correction in Muscle & Nerve resulted in a statistically significant treatment difference of more than 2 points for average change from baseline in ALSFRS-R in the prespecified efficacy subgroup of with a baseline score of at least 35.
Differences in the Genetic Mutations of ALS: Anna Underhill, BS
August 17th 2022The postdoctoral researcher at King’s College London provided insight on the immunologic differences between genes linked with ALS, and the important aspects to consider for gene-targeted therapies. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]