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Managing a condition

Even if there is no direct cure for muscular dystrophy there are things that you can do practically to take care of yourself and manage your condition.

• More about managing your condition

Medical Alert Cards

Medical alert cards can assist in identifying those individuals who require a special medical attendance in emergency situations and the cards can also provide information about any particular care needs.

• More about medical alert cards

Medical care

In this section you will find information about a range of medical topics for people with a neuromuscular condition.

• More about medical care

Mobility

In this section you can read more about how you can improve your mobility.

• Wheelchair Guidelines
• More about vehicles and the motability scheme

Money

• More about benefits


• More about funds and grants

Muscle centres

The Muscular Dystrophy Campaign funds Muscle Centres. Based in hospitals, the Muscle Centres are staffed by doctors, nurses, therapists and other professionals who are experienced in neuromuscular conditions. This clinical work is often complemented by on-site research projects. 

• The List of Muscle Centres (80 kb)

Muscular dystrophy and related neuromuscular conditions

There are many different types of muscular dystrophy and related neuromuscular conditions.

• More about the conditions covered by the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign