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Speech and language therapy

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A speech-language pathologist (SLP) can help people with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) overcome problems with speech and swallowing that develop due to weakness in the tongue, throat, and respiratory muscles.… read more

Physical therapy

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Physical therapy (PT) can help adults and children with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) maximize their function, strength, and endurance. Physical therapists (PTs) design treatments to promote movement, prevent… read more

Occupational Therapy

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Occupational therapy (OT) can help people with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) increase independence in daily activities at home, work and in school. An occupational therapist plays an essential role in helping… read more

Respiratory therapy

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Weak respiratory muscles can make it difficult for people with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) to cough and clear mucus from their lungs, which puts them at higher risk for severe respiratory infections and… read more

Nissen Fundoplication and G-Tube

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Nissen fundoplication (NF) is a surgical procedure that involves wrapping the stomach around itself to prevent acid reflux. “Wrapping” tightens the sphincter muscle between the stomach and esophagus, making it… read more

Noninvasive breathing support

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Some people with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) require breathing assistance. The type of ventilation equipment or device used depends on the severity of the SMA symptoms.

Noninvasive ventilation is one type… read more