Question: Orthotic care for Muscular Dystrophy
Randall McFarland, CPO
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Question: Orthotic care for Muscular Dystrophy
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Randall McFarland, CPO
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Hello list members,
I've been asked to speak at a support group for MD and would like input
from those of you with experience in this area.
It's my understanding that orthotic care is generally to protect the
muscles and stabilize the joints they cross. Some substitutions can occur
that can damage joints over time.
Question: What are the most common clinical problems you see with MD children
and adults and which of these are effectively treated with orthotic care?
What considerations do you make for this group when treating them?
I plan to post the responses along with your name and E-mail address so
others can followup discussion with you (unless you put your name in
parentheses)
Thank you!!
Randy McFarland, CPO
Fullerton, CA
I've been asked to speak at a support group for MD and would like input
from those of you with experience in this area.
It's my understanding that orthotic care is generally to protect the
muscles and stabilize the joints they cross. Some substitutions can occur
that can damage joints over time.
Question: What are the most common clinical problems you see with MD children
and adults and which of these are effectively treated with orthotic care?
What considerations do you make for this group when treating them?
I plan to post the responses along with your name and E-mail address so
others can followup discussion with you (unless you put your name in
parentheses)
Thank you!!
Randy McFarland, CPO
Fullerton, CA
Citation
Randall McFarland, CPO, “Question: Orthotic care for Muscular Dystrophy,” Digital Resource Foundation for Orthotics and Prosthetics, accessed November 5, 2024, https://library.drfop.org/items/show/216781.
