SMA Clinical Trials...People drop out of clinical trials all the time, for a variety of reasons.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
Help Center...; people who can work as part of a team; and of course, whether or not we are looking to expand By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for later
Physical and Occupational Therapy for Spinal Muscular Atrophy...Preventing or delaying these joint complications is a main focus of PT.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Feeding Tubes...Eating by mouth may be unsafe because of the risk of inhaling food or liquid into the lungs (aspiration).... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Evrysdi™ (risdiplam)...Other common side effects in infants include: These are not all the possible side effects of Evrysdi.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
What Causes Spinal Muscular Atrophy?...Genetic counselors can give you the information you need to make an educated decision.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Spinraza (nusinersen)...These are not all the possible side effects of Spinraza.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Community Rules...If you are under the age of 18, you are not permitted to register as a member of SpinalMuscularAtrophy.net.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
Disability Benefits...There are 2 types of policies: If you are paying out of pocket for a policy, be sure to compare... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Food Texture Modifications...A nutrition expert (a nutritionist or dietitian) can then use this information to create a diet of safe foods that provide enough nutrients.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
My Partner Has SMA...This may include severity of symptoms, time of diagnosis, socioeconomic status, and other personal factors.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Cough Assistance for Spinal Muscular Atrophy...A common pattern is to use it for sets of 4 to 5 breaths with 1 to 2... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
SMA Testing And Diagnosis...For example, if both parents are carriers of SMA, the child has a 25 percent chance of having SMA.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Non-Invasive Breathing Support (NIV)...with type 1 SMA, even before signs of breathing difficulty.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Genetic Tests for SMA Diagnosis...For example, if both parents are carriers, the child has a 25 percent chance of having SMA.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Nissen Fundoplication Surgery...During the procedure, doctors wrap the top part of the stomach around the lower part of the esophagus.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Frequently Asked Questions About Mental Health...Keep reading for a list of common questions and answers about mental health conditions.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Coping With Mental Health: Psychotherapy (Talk Therapy)...Psychotherapy is used to help with a wide range of mental health conditions or challenges.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
SMA Assistive Equipment...The main types of assistive equipment used by people with SMA include: Mental, intellectual, and social function is normal in people with all types of... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Spinal Muscular Atrophy With Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy (SMA-PME)...But frequent and widespread myoclonic jerks can be a sign of neurological disorders. PME diseases usually get worse over time and can be fatal.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later