In this session, physical experiences of those living with NMDs are reviewed. It includes information on diagnosis, signs and symptoms and progression of NMDs.
Session Length: 19:27 mins
At the end of this session:
- You will be able to describe in general terms how the major neuromuscular disorders are diagnosed and why this process is important.
- You will be able to identify some of the early signs and symptoms of the more common NMDs such as Duchenne muscular dystrophy and myotonic dystrophy.
- You will be able to find information on the early signs and symptoms of other NMDs.
- You will also be able to summarise the different ways in which neuromuscular disorders may progress.
- Finally, you will be aware of some of the main physical effects of NMDs.