Neuromuscular Activation of Muscle in Children with the ZC4H2 Mutation
Awardee: Richard Lieber
Institution: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
Grant Amount: $61,815.00
Funding Period: February 1, 2024 - January 31, 2025
Summary:
Our research will determine whether the weakness experienced by children with the ZC4H2 mutation is due to their inability to voluntarily recruit muscle groups or weakness in the muscle itself. This will be accomplished by measuring both mechanical and electrical activity of the major flexors and extensors in the body. In this way, we can focus development on therapies related to the actual functional problem in these children.