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Spinal Muscular Atrophy (159)

Evrysdi Development Team Wins Drug Discovery Award for Oral SMA Treatment
Nusinersen Improves Motor Function, Quality of Life in Adults With SMA, Studies Find
Study Recruiting for New Add-On SMA Treatment
Are Clinical Trials Safe for People With SMA?

Type 0 Sma (20)

SMA: Nutrition, Exercise, and Mental Health Tips
Muscle Weakness in Spinal Muscular Atrophy
What Is Spinal Muscular Atrophy?
How Is SMA Diagnosed? Testing and More

Type 1 Sma (44)

5 Types of SMA Physical Therapy and Tips for Success
SMA: Nutrition, Exercise, and Mental Health Tips
What Is Spinal Muscular Atrophy?
Types of Spinal Muscular Atrophy: How They Differ

Type 2 Sma (50)

Osteoporosis, Low Bone Density Common in Children With SMA Types 2 and 3
Wheelchair Hockey and Other Adaptive Sports Score Big Health Benefits for People With SMA
Daniel Michel, Athlete With Type 2 SMA, Wins Bronze at Paralympics
Wearable Cyborg Limb Shows Promise as Walking Treatment for SMA

Type 3 Sma (54)

5 Types of SMA Physical Therapy and Tips for Success
What Causes Spinal Muscular Atrophy? 5 Facts To Know
5 Spinal Muscular Atrophy Symptoms and Signs To Watch For
Muscle Weakness in Spinal Muscular Atrophy

Type 4 Sma (35)

Tay-Sachs vs. Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Comparing Late-Onset Forms
SMA and ALS: 5 Differences and 3 Similarities
Can You Walk With Spinal Muscular Atrophy? 4 Things To Know
The Role of SMN1 and SMN2 Genes in Spinal Muscular Atrophy

Distal Sma (4)

What Causes Spinal Muscular Atrophy? 5 Facts To Know
Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease and SMA: What Are the Differences?
The Genetics of Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Types of Spinal Muscular Atrophy: How They Differ

Kennedy's Disease (6)

Understanding Spinal-Bulbar Muscular Atrophy (SBMA)
The Genetics of Spinal Muscular Atrophy
How Is SMA Diagnosed? Testing and More
What Causes Spinal Muscular Atrophy? 5 Facts To Know

Sma With Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy (3)

The Genetics of Spinal Muscular Atrophy
What Causes Spinal Muscular Atrophy? 5 Facts To Know
Types of Spinal Muscular Atrophy: How They Differ

Sma With Respiratory Distress (Smard) (8)

Spinal Muscular Atrophy With Respiratory Distress (SMARD)
5 Spinal Muscular Atrophy Symptoms and Signs To Watch For
How Is SMA Diagnosed? Testing and More
The Genetics of Spinal Muscular Atrophy

Sma With Lower Extremity Predominance (6)

What Causes Spinal Muscular Atrophy? 5 Facts To Know
Types of Spinal Muscular Atrophy: How They Differ
The Genetics of Spinal Muscular Atrophy
What Is SMA-LED?

X Linked Infantile Sma (2)

What Causes Spinal Muscular Atrophy? 5 Facts To Know
Types of Spinal Muscular Atrophy: How They Differ

Treatments (93)

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Zolgensma (Onasemnogene Abeparvovac Xioi) (42)

Study Recruiting for New Add-On SMA Treatment
Evrysdi Development Team Wins Drug Discovery Award for Oral SMA Treatment
How Do Clinical Trials Work for SMA?
Improved SMA Screening and Greater Awareness in Pediatricians Key to Early Diagnosis

Vertical Expandable Prosthetic Titanium Rib (Veptr) (1)

SMA Comorbidities: Scoliosis, Breathing Difficulties, and More

Surgery For Scoliosis (14)

Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2
Implanted Catheter May Ease Delivery of Spinraza for SMA, but Approach Comes With Risks
SMA Comorbidities: Scoliosis, Breathing Difficulties, and More
Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3

Spinraza (Nusinersen) (58)

How Do Clinical Trials Work for SMA?
Spinraza Alone May Be Better Than Combining It With Zolgensma To Treat SMA Type 1
5 Reasons To Consider Participating in SMA Clinical Trials
Spinraza Boosts Fine Motor Skills in Children With SMA Type 2, Study Finds

Speech Therapy (13)

Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment and Therapy Options
The Challenges of Working With SMA
Assistive Technology for Communication in SMA
What Is Spinal Muscular Atrophy?

Respiratory Therapy (13)

Respiratory Equipment for SMA: What To Look For
Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 4
Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2
Ways To Make Your Home More SMA-Friendly

Physical Therapy (34)

Muscle Weakness in Spinal Muscular Atrophy
5 Types of SMA Physical Therapy and Tips for Success
SMA: Nutrition, Exercise, and Mental Health Tips
Tips for Staying on Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Therapies

Occupational Therapy (22)

Muscle Weakness in Spinal Muscular Atrophy
What Is Spinal Muscular Atrophy?
Understanding Spinal-Bulbar Muscular Atrophy (SBMA)
Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 4

Nutrition (8)

Living With SMA: Your Guide
Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment and Therapy Options
Building Medical Support Teams for Spinal Muscular Atrophy
How To Use a Feeding Tube at Home: 12 Tips for Caregivers

Non Invasive Breathing Support (17)

BiPAP for Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Types and How It May Help
Building Medical Support Teams for Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Pneumonia and SMA: How To Lower Your Risk
Breathing Remains Stable for Infants With SMA Type 1 Taking Spinraza, Study Shows

Nasojejunal (Nj) Tube (1)

Difficulty Swallowing With Spinal Muscular Atrophy

Nasogastric (Ng) Tube (9)

Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 1
Pneumonia and SMA: How To Lower Your Risk
Managing Gastric Reflux in SMA
Nasal Regurgitation With Spinal Muscular Atrophy

Immunizations (1)

Spinal Muscular Atrophy Treatment and Therapy Options

Gastronomy (G) Tube (11)

Building Medical Support Teams for Spinal Muscular Atrophy
My Perspective: Dating With SMA
Difficulty Swallowing With Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Pneumonia and SMA: How To Lower Your Risk

G Tube And Nissen Fundoplication (Stomach Wrap) (1)

Managing Gastric Reflux in SMA

Exercise (10)

Standers for SMA — Tips for Using Specialized Equipment
Muscle Weakness in Spinal Muscular Atrophy
My Perspective: Anti-Gravity Treadmill
5 Types of SMA Physical Therapy and Tips for Success

Evrysdi (Risdiplam) (37)

5 Reasons To Consider Participating in SMA Clinical Trials
How Do Clinical Trials Work for SMA?
Evrysdi Development Team Wins Drug Discovery Award for Oral SMA Treatment
Study Recruiting for New Add-On SMA Treatment

Clinical Trials (8)

Are Clinical Trials Safe for People With SMA?
Participants Sought for Clinical Trial of SMA Muscle Therapy Apitegromab
New Trial Will Test Higher Dose of Nusinersen for People With Later-Onset SMA
How Do Clinical Trials Work for SMA?

Topics (185)

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Personal Stories (39)

Making Friends and Overcoming Social Anxiety With SMA
My Perspective: Anti-Gravity Treadmill
My Perspective: Dating With SMA
My Perspective: Life Can Still Be Fulfilling, No Matter What Level of Mobility I Have

News (77)

Genetic Testing in Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Cardiomyopathy in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
How To Reduce Medical Bills: Top Financial Expert Shares 10 Tips
How Is SMA Diagnosed? Testing and More

Roles (65)

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Parent (11)

SMA Newborn Screening: Your Guide
Talking to Others About Your Child’s SMA
Parenting a Child With SMA
Pregnancy and Childbirth With SMA: My Experiences

Caregiver (13)

Parenting a Child With SMA
Understanding Depression and Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Caregivers Sought for SMA Outcome Tool Validation Study
Watch on Demand: How To Live Independently and Thrive With SMA

Multiple Diagnoses (29)

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Adult Still’s Disease (Asd) (1)

SMA Treatment for Children vs. Adults: 5 Key Differences

Adverse Childhood Experiences (Ace) (8)

Pediatric Neuromuscular Disorders: 9 Things To Know
SMA Newborn Screening: Your Guide
Your Child Is Newly Diagnosed With SMA. Now What?
My Perspective: Victoria Strong's Story - Never Give Up

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (Als) (2)

What Is Kennedy's Disease? Rarity and Testing
SMA and ALS: 5 Differences and 3 Similarities

Anxiety (2)

Staying Afloat Amidst a Pandemic and a Psychological Crisis
How Spinal Muscular Atrophy Can Affect Your Mental Health

Cardiomyopathy (1)

Cardiomyopathy in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)

Depression (5)

5 Spinal Muscular Atrophy Symptoms and Signs To Watch For
Understanding Depression and Spinal Muscular Atrophy
How Spinal Muscular Atrophy Can Affect Your Mental Health
Staying Afloat Amidst a Pandemic and a Psychological Crisis

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (Gerd) (3)

Managing Gastric Reflux in SMA
SMA Diet and Eating Tips
Beyond Muscle Wasting: Other Ways SMA Affects the Body

Guillain–Barré Syndrome (1)

What Is Kennedy's Disease? Rarity and Testing

Heart Disease (1)

Beyond Muscle Wasting: Other Ways SMA Affects the Body

Infertility (1)

Beyond Muscle Wasting: Other Ways SMA Affects the Body

Insomnia (1)

How Spinal Muscular Atrophy Can Affect Your Mental Health

Liver Disease (1)

SMA Medication Zolgensma May Cause Liver Failure, Warns New Label Update

Lower Back Pain (1)

Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction and SMA

Multiple Sclerosis (1)

What Is Kennedy's Disease? Rarity and Testing

Obesity (1)

SMA: Nutrition, Exercise, and Mental Health Tips

Osteoporosis (3)

SMA: Nutrition, Exercise, and Mental Health Tips
Osteoporosis, Low Bone Density Common in Children With SMA Types 2 and 3
Bone Fractures and Spinal Muscular Atrophy

Pregnancy Induced High Blood Pressure (1)

6 Facts About Pregnancy With SMA

Sleep Apnea (1)

How Spinal Muscular Atrophy Can Affect Your Mental Health

Social Anxiety Disorder (1)

Making Friends and Overcoming Social Anxiety With SMA

Spinal Disc Herniation (Slipped Or Bulging Disc) (1)

Paraspinal Muscular Atrophy vs. Spinal Muscular Atrophy: What’s the Difference?

Spinal Stenosis (1)

Paraspinal Muscular Atrophy vs. Spinal Muscular Atrophy: What’s the Difference?

Spine Problems (1)

Paraspinal Muscular Atrophy vs. Spinal Muscular Atrophy: What’s the Difference?

Tay–Sachs Disease (1)

Tay-Sachs vs. Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Comparing Late-Onset Forms

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