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Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy is a term for a group of diseases that cause weakness and wasting of the muscles in the arms and legs. The muscles most affected are those closest to the body (proximal muscles), specifically the muscles of the shoulders, upper arms, pelvic area, and thighs.
Characteristics of the Disease. Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 2B (LGMD2B) is a degenerative myopathy characterized by weakness and atrophy. Individuals with LGMD generally show weakness and wasting restricted to the limb musculature, proximal greater than distal.Proximal weakness refers to weakness of the muscles closer to the center of the body, including the shoulder, pelvic girdle, upper thighs, and upper arms.ndividuals with LGMD generally show weakness and wasting restricted to the limb musculature, proximal greater than distal. Proximal weakness refers to weakness of the muscles closer to the center of the body, including the shoulder, pelvic girdle, upper thighs, and upper arms.