How can Physiotherapy help children with Muscular Dystrophy
Physiotherapy enables people to improve and remain at their maximum functional potential within the constraints of their medical condition. A Physiotherapist (PT) is an important partner on the child’s healthcare team and works with the child and their family, caregivers and school to advise them on appropriate treatment and exercise plan for the child to […]
Living a Full life with Muscular Dystrophy
Muscular dystrophy is an umbrella term for a group of genetic disorders that cause the body’s muscles to deteriorate and weaken over time. Muscular dystrophy affects the voluntary muscles that control movement in the arms, legs, and trunk region. There are many different forms of muscular dystrophy (MD) – the most common type being Duchenne MD. Living […]