About us

The Muscular Dystrophy Campaign is the only UK charity focussing on all muscular dystrophies and allied disorders.

We have pioneered the search for treatments and cures for over 45 years. We also provide practical, medical and emotional support for people affected by the conditions.

Click here for a general introduction to neuromuscular conditions: Introduction to neuromuscular conditions

What we do - care and support

As a charity, we provide people who have neuromuscular conditions, and their families, with information and advice about their condition and ways in which living with it can be made easier. We fund (with some contribution from
the NHS) 13 MDC Care Advisors who are based in clinics around the country. They are on hand to give advice and support to people who are affected by neuromuscular conditions.


The Joseph Patrick Trust, which is part of the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign, provides part funding towards the cost of equipment.



Care and support

What we do - research

Every year we fund high-calibre research that contributes significantly to major global research advances in neuromuscular conditions.

Research

Get involved

The Muscular Dystrophy Campaign is always ready to welcome anyone who wants to help promote its message, campaign or fundraise.

Follow in the footsteps of our president, Sue Barker, honorary life president, Lord Attenborough, Big Brother's Craig Philips and Children's BBC's Angelica Bell by raising funds or awareness of the charity.

Find out more about how to get involved

Campaigning

Help us to make the world a better place for people
with muscular dystrophy. We have just launched a new Bridging the Gap campaign to improve the journey into adulthood for disabled youngsters.

Campaigns

Regions

In order to work closely with all our members, the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign is split into three regions. Each region is then split into smaller sub-regions.

Find out what's happening in your region

Branches

There are 88 Muscular Dystrophy Campaign branches throughout the UK.

These are set up and run by people who are affected by, or know someone who has, a neuromuscular condition. The branch members hold meetings, organise outings
and provide a support network.

Find out about your local branch

Membership

Becoming a Member of the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign is free, so why not join today?

Find out how to become a Member

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Do you have a question to do with a neuromuscular condition?

Take a look at the answers to previous questions

Fundraising

Find out about how we raise the money needed to fund research and provide our information, care and support services.

Fundraising

The Neuromuscular Centre (NMC)

The NMC, in Cheshire, is part of the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign. It provides physiotherapy for local people with muscle wasting conditions and is also home to a design company, employing people with muscular dystrophy. In addition, it provides training for school leavers.

The Neuromuscular Centre (NMC)

Charity information

The Muscular Dystrophy Campaign is an operating name
of the "Muscular Dystrophy Group of Great Britain and Northern Ireland" (a company limited by guarantee: 705357).

Registered Charity No. 205395

The charity is registered at 61 Southwark Street, London SE1 0HL.