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Zolgensma (Onasemnogene Abeparvovac Xioi)
Vertical Expandable Prosthetic Titanium Rib (Veptr)
Surgery For Scoliosis
Spinraza (Nusinersen)
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Respiratory Therapy
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Wheelchair Hockey and Other Adaptive Sports Score Big Health Benefits for People With SMA
Written by Megan Cawley
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Participants Sought for Clinical Trial of SMA Muscle Therapy Apitegromab
Medically reviewed by Amit M. Shelat, D.O.
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More Than Half of People Who Start Spinraza for SMA Stop Within 2 Years, Study Finds
Medically reviewed by Evelyn O. Berman, M.D.
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Implanted Catheter May Ease Delivery of Spinraza for SMA, but Approach Comes With Risks
Medically reviewed by Evelyn O. Berman, M.D.
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What Is the HINE-2 Motor Test for SMA?
Medically reviewed by Chiara Rocchi, M.D.
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In Type 3 SMA, Breathing and Upper-Body Function Worsen After Walking Stops
Medically reviewed by Evelyn O. Berman, M.D.
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What Is the CHOP INTEND Motor Test for SMA?
Medically reviewed by Amit M. Shelat, D.O.
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Improved SMA Screening and Greater Awareness in Pediatricians Key to Early Diagnosis
Medically reviewed by Evelyn O. Berman, M.D.
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Blood Test May Help Predict Spinal Muscular Atrophy Severity, Treatment Effectiveness
Medically reviewed by Evelyn O. Berman, M.D.
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What Is the Hammersmith Functional Motor Scale for SMA?
Medically reviewed by Evelyn O. Berman, M.D.
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