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Atrophy is the decrease in size or wasting away of a body part or tissue. There are many possible causes, including progressive degenerative diseases of the motor cells of the spinal cord.
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Treatments Patients Take For Atrophy, calf muscle
| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric scooter/chair | 2 | 2% |  |
| Ankle-Foot Orthosis AFO | 1 | 1% | |
| Compression Stockings | 1 | 1% | |
| Leg braces | 1 | 1% | |
| Rolling Walker | 1 | 1% | |
| Walker | 1 | 1% | |
| Walking Stick/Cane | 1 | 1% | |
| Wheelchair (powered) | 1 | 1% | |