Lecture 1.4 DMD

Pattern of weakness in DMD is (distal _ proximal)

Muscle tone is (high/low) in muscular dystrophy.

T/F: Muscle generally atrophies in MD.

Which of the following is affected in MD?
Sensation
Sphincter

What is a positive prognostic factor for MD?

List the postural abnormalities in patients with muscular dystrophy.

Key interventions for children with muscular dystrophy are

Why are stretches so important in muscular dystrophy?

Recommended stretching dosage:

Recommended standing program dosage for children with MD at early non-ambulatory stages

What are some assistive devices a child with MD can use?

Progressive stages of DMD

Age range/ functional level for presymptomatic stage DMD

Age range/ functional level for early ambulatory stage DMD

Age range/ functional level for late ambulatory stage DMD

Age range/ functional level for early non-ambulatory stage DMD

Age range/ functional level for late non-ambulatory stage DMD