Figure 1 (IMAGE) Tohoku University Caption Mean change in UEC total score from the start of the Phase2/3 study (Week 0) to the final evaluation time point (Week 120) of the extension study. Closed circle and solid line, SA-ER/SA-ER group; open circle and dashed line, placebo/SA-ER group. SA-ER, sialic acid extended-release; UEC, upper extremity strength composite. Credit ©the BMJ Publishing Group Ltd., Suzuki N et. al. Usage Restrictions Reporters may use freely these materials in news coverage with appropriate credit information. License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.