Myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) is the most common form of adult-onset muscular dystrophy, affecting about 1 in 8,000 people. While it is well known for causing muscle weakness and stiffness, DM1 also ...

HHS has announced the addition of Duchenne muscular dystrophy and metachromatic leukodystrophy to the Recommended Uniform ...

Suggested remit: To appraise the clinical and cost effectiveness of givinostat within its marketing authorisation for treating Duchenne muscular dystrophy in people 6 years and over. Anticipate the ...

Previous studies in a mouse model of dystrophinopathy have indicated that exercise might induce muscle damage and accelerate disease progression in this setting. On the basis of these findings and ...

When your child has Duchenne muscular dystrophy, there's no way to cure it. But there are medications to help with different parts of the disease. Because of these medicines, people with DMD are ...

The skeleton allows movement, provides support and protection for vital organs and makes blood cells. Skeletal muscles move the bones in the body. The skeletal system is made from bones and joints.