WorksheetsGuidelines for Therapists Working with Adults with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD)
Total questions: 8
Worksheet time: 4mins
What is the main objective of respiratory physiotherapeutic interventions for adults with DMD?
What are the recommendations for a stretching program for individuals with DMD?
Personalized stretching program focusing on flexibility, preventing contractures, and avoiding overstretching weak muscles.
Perform high-intensity stretching exercises
What are some examples of accessible leisure activities recommended for individuals with disabilities?
Movie screenings without friendly features
Adaptive sports, accessible hiking trails
What has led to previously unidentified complications associated with swallowing in DMD patients?
What is the key role of the community or rehabilitation physiotherapist in managing adults with DMD?
Monitoring, assessing, and offering treatments and support
Providing medication
Performing surgeries
Why is it important for individuals with DMD to implement a daily stretching routine?
To preserve joint range of movement, provide relief from stiffness, and maintain posture
To induce pain and discomfort
To avoid stretching altogether
What is the primary goal of wheelchair provision for individuals with DMD?
To help alleviate dependency and maintain good postural alignment
To restrict mobility
To limit independence
Why is it essential for individuals with DMD to engage in regular physical activity?
To maintain muscle strength, cardiovascular health, and overall well-being
To induce fatigue and weakness
To avoid any form of exercise
