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What is “Muscular Dystrophy” ?
It’s a group of similar diseases marked by wasting and progressive weakness of the “skeletal Muscles” (those that control the body movement) Muscular Dystrophy is a group of generically-inherited primary muscle disease where unremitting and progressive muscular weakness is noticed. or Overview of Myopathic Disease Myopathies are primary skeletal muscle resulting in chronic Muscular weakness.
INTRODUCTION
The Indian Muscular Dystrophy Society (IMDS) is a voluntary non-profit making organization. IMDS is supported by dedicated scientist, concerned citizens and clinicians. the settler of the trust is an Advocate Mr. Bharat Shantilal Shah, who conceptualized the noble thought of detection, treatment and rehabilitation of Muscular Dystrophy patients. His mission is to develop an advance research institute where such inherited disease can be prevented, diagnosed & treated.
HISTORY
This society is founded by Shri Bharat S. Shah (advocate) and Smt. Neela B. Shah (Advocate) whose young children were suffering from this disease the foundation of society was laid down with the aim of giving a ray of hope to the patients suffering form the same disease.This trust is established by the Managing Trustee Shri B. S. Shah, Advocate and Nurtured by Managing Trustee (Clinical) Late Dr. J. J. Mehta. This institute is further supported by reputed neuro-physicians, pediatricians, physicians, ortho-pedicians of the city and state. This trust is registered under the Bombay Public Charitable Trust Act and its registration no. is E-7420, Ahmedabad. The trust is a society having 80-G Income Tax Exemption Certificate.
Genetic changes that affect muscle proteins.
Who is more likely to be affected.
Early signs to be aware of.
How MD can impact daily life.
Medications, therapies, and assistive devices.
Medications: therapies targeting specific MD types, steroids in some cases, heart medications as needed.
Therapies: physiotherapy, occupational therapy, respiratory support, nutritional guidance.
Assistive devices: braces, wheelchairs, orthotics, communication aids.
A rehabilitation center is a specialized facility that provides structured care, therapy, and support to help individuals recover from addiction, mental health conditions, serious injury, or illness. The center aims to restore independence, function, and dignity through medical supervision, counseling, and physical or occupational therapies, acting as a bridge between hospital discharge and returning to daily life.
This society is founded by Shri Bharat S. Shah (advocate) and Smt. Neela B. Shah (Advocate) whose young children were suffering from this disease the foundation of society was laid down with the aim of giving a ray of hope to the patients suffering form the same disease. This trust is established by the Managing Truste...
IMDS Trust arranges yearly events such as medical camps, kite festivals, annual get-togethers, musical events, and picnic trips for IMDS warriors.
IMDS Trust arranges yearly medical camps, kite festivals, and other social events. IMDS arranges annual get-together and musical events. Every one to three years, IMDS arranges picnic trips for IMDS warriors.
"Volunteering with IMDS showed me how awareness and small acts of support can change lives. I encourage others to get involved."
"The support and guidance we received from IMDS made a difficult journey more manageable. We are grateful for the community."
"Collaborating with IMDS has helped our team reach more families who need clear information and coordinated care for muscular dystrophy."
