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muscular dystrophy

muscular dystrophy encompasses genetic diseases causing progressive weakness. this section explores forms from duchenne to myotonic. content focuses on maintaining independence through assistive tech and physical therapy, while addressing the emotional and logistical realities of living with a degenerative muscle condition.

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muscular dystrophy
an adorable caucasian newborn child lying in hospital bed
spinal muscular atrophy screening expanded to all infants in canada: 'early diagnosis and effective treatment are critical'
terrace ho caregiver
caring for someone with duchenne muscular dystrophy: 'it’s so easy for caregivers to feel a sense of loss in identity'
gilbert gottfried
gilbert gottfried died from complications caused by myotonic dystrophy type ii
limb-girdle muscular dystrophy treatments
research offers hope for people with limb-girdle muscular dystrophy
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