Muscle Function and Neuromuscular Disorders: AI and Biomechanics in Diagnosis and Rehabilitation

Dear Colleagues,

Advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and biomechanics are opening new possibilities for the study and treatment of neuromuscular disorders that impact muscle health, function, and repair. This Special Issue, “Muscle Function and Neuromuscular Disorders: AI and Biomechanics in Diagnosis and Rehabilitation”, focuses on the use of AI, machine learning, and biomechanical analysis to address a variety of muscle-related pathophysiologies. By integrating computational techniques, researchers and clinicians can gain new insights into muscle degeneration, function regulation, and personalized rehabilitation strategies, which are essential for maintaining and restoring muscle health.

This Special Issue aims to publish original research and review articles exploring the impact of neuromuscular disorders on muscle function and repair. Topics of interest include AI-driven muscle imaging analysis, predictive modeling for muscle degeneration, and biomechanical approaches for improved rehabilitation outcomes.

Topics of interest for this Special Issue include, but are not limited to, the following:

• AI-based analyses of muscle function and degeneration in neuromuscular disorders;
• The biomechanical modeling of muscle movement and gait for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes;
• Machine learning models predicting muscle repair and recovery in disorders such as muscular dystrophy and myopathies;
• Real-time AI feedback systems for muscle control and motor learning in rehabilitation settings;
• Applications of AI in wearable technology for monitoring muscle health and function;
• AI integration in multi-modal data analysis to support personalized muscle health interventions.

By aligning AI and biomechanics with muscle health research, this Special Issue provides a platform for interdisciplinary studies focused on neuromuscular function, rehabilitation, and muscle pathology. This issue will benefit researchers and clinicians who seek innovative approaches to improve muscle health and the management of muscle-related diseases.

Prof. Dr. Ka-Chun (Joseph) Siu
Dr. Saiteja Malisetty
Guest Editors

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