What is Muscular Dystrophy (MD)?

The group of genetic disorders called muscular dystrophy is characterized by progressive muscle weakness and degeneration. It happens to people across all ages with differences in its severity according to an individual and the specific type. Symptoms usually show up in early childhood leading to problems in walking, standing and other basic movements. Mobility is affected as time progresses this adds on to the existing muscle weakness thus affecting quality of life. There’s no cure yet but there exist physical therapy, medications, assistive devices that can help manage symptoms and improve function. Gene therapy research along with other pioneering treatments allows for hope of future improvements.

Muscular Dystrophy Disease Symptoms:

Here are the early Signs & Symptoms of Muscular Dystrophy Disease:

• Weakness of muscles that advances gradually:
  The weakening of muscles that occurs slowly over a period of time is one major sign of muscular dystrophy. Most often, in its early stages, there is a slow and progressive weakening of muscles starting from the legs and pelvis then gradually spreading to other parts.
• Wasting muscles (Atrophy):
  The condition may cause the shrinking in the sizes of muscles due to lack of use and progressive degeneration.
• Learning motor skills becomes harder:
  These include tasks such as walking, running, taking stairs or lifting heavy objects which will be very difficult when muscle power diminishes.
• Often falling:
  This type can be especially dangerous for children with MD as it may cause weakness in leg muscles resulting in instability hence making them more prone to falls.
• Delayed Development:
  Slower than normal achievement of developmental milestones like sitting up, crawling or walking among others are some signs seen generally in children suffering from muscular dystrophy even though they can vary widely.
• Tightened Joints:
  Contractures may develop which implies that the joints are fixed either being bent inward outward or positioned at an angle rendering them immobile due to excessive tightening up of tendons and muscles.
• Problems with breathing and respiration:
  For example, particular forms of this condition can weaken the respiratory system thus causing difficulties when breathing; hence exposing affected persons to infections related with respiratory systems.
• Heart issues:
  In addition various kinds of muscular dystrophies also affect cardiac muscle leading into cardiomyopathy and other heart complications.
• Progressive disability:
  Symptoms of muscular dystrophy can get worse over time and eventually lead to major disabilities such as immobility and dependence.
• Cognitive and behavioral challenges:
  In some instances, cognitive and behavioral problems like learning difficulties and emotional issues may also be observed in patients with MDs like the Duchenne’s type.

Muscular Dystrophy Disease Common Fears & Concern:

• Progressive Loss of Mobility:
  Fear of losing independence and needing assistance with daily activities due to worsening mobility.
• Decreased Quality of Life:
  Impact on physical abilities and emotional well-being, limiting activities and social interactions.
• Medical Complications: Risks of respiratory issues, heart problems, and skeletal deformities, affecting health and longevity.
• Financial Burden:
  Managing the condition requires costly medical care, equipment, and treatments, leading to financial strain.
• Impact on Relationships:
  Strain on relationships with loved ones, fear of becoming a burden, and social isolation.
• Uncertainty about the Future:
  Anxiety about how the disease will progress, affecting mobility, independence, and overall health.
• Access to Resources and Support:
  Concerns about accessing necessary medical care, assistive devices, and support services.
• Emotional Impact:
  Coping with physical limitations leads to fears of depression, anxiety, and emotional struggles, adding to the challenges of living with a chronic illness.

Best Treatment on Muscular Dystrophy Disease in India at StemRx:

At StemRx Hospital, one believes in the application of the MSK protocol for the treatment of Muscular Dystrophy. This method includes the application of cellular therapy and regenerative medicine treatment along with the use of growth factors and musculoskeletal peptides which improves the recovery of muscle. Furthermore, we apply Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) as a supportive treatment for repair. Our patients also undergo muscle biopsy for muscle graft. Under Quantum Energy Medicine (QEM), we utilize different forms of stimulation including advanced microcurrent and nanocurrent technologies to facilitate the creation of new muscles.