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Muscular dystrophy (MD) is a group of over 30 genetic diseases causing progressive weakness and degeneration of muscles.
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.
The Indian Muscular Dystrophy Society (IMDS) is dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by muscular dystrophy through advocacy, care, and community programmes.
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."
