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Scientists and Clinicians from all over the world gathered in Monaco to discuss the recent advances in Exon skipping as a potential therapy for DMD. Read more...  delete not linking up
"I WILL" heavy gauge wristbands
PPMD is proud to offer these heavy gauge rubber wristbands (similar in style to the CANSA bands) to help the DMD community show their strength and determination. Please note: these are the only wrist bands that benefit Duchenne muscular dystrophy South Africa directly.
Wristbands are black and white with the phrase "I WILL" and the PPMD logo stamped into the rubber. And they are now available, contact maxine to order.
Frequently asked questions about the use of splints and bracing
Orthotists, the people who are specially trained in making splints, have devised a system of naming splints depending on which joints they control. AFO's are ankle-foot orthoses and come from the toes or mid-foot to below the knee. Read more...
UF doctors cast net to help muscular dystrophy patients
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Patients and families affected by muscular dystrophy urgently need to take practical steps to help slow the destructive course of the disease, say University of Florida researchers who today (Sept. 2, 2005) have launched a Web-based effort to collect information from people coping with the illness. Read more... (PDF 176kb)       

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