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Physiotherapist - Answered on Jun 20, 2024

Dr Shakeeb Ahmed Khan is a senior consultant physiotherapist with over 12 years of experience specialising in orthopaedic and paediatric physiotherapy.
He has served as a technical consultant for the World Health Organisation, the United Nations, the Tata Institute of Social Sciences and several national and international NGOs.
Besides physiotherapy, he is keenly interested in disability management, early intervention, geriatric care and assisting children with disabilities.
Dr Khan has a bachelor's degree in physiotherapy from the Ravi Nair Physiotherapy College in Wardha, Maharashtra, a master's degree in disability rehabilitation administration from the National Institute for the Mentally Handicapped, Secunderabad, and a PhD in disability management from Bangalore University.... more
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Dear sir, I have a daughter who is diagnosed with Congenital Muscular Dyatrophy( Merosin deficient Lama 2). Is there any cure available anywhere in the world. If not what are the researches going on till now. I Have seen vaccinations / General therapy / stem cell therapy for DMD and not for CMD. Kindly help me out here.. ???????? My daughter is 7 years old.

Ans: I’m sorry to hear about your daughter's diagnosis. Congenital Muscular Dystrophy (CMD), particularly the Merosin-deficient type (LAMA2), is indeed a challenging condition, and I understand your concerns about finding effective treatments. Unfortunately, there is currently no cure for CMD. However, several supportive treatments can help manage symptoms and enhance the quality of life for those with CMD. Management includes include physical therapy, which is essential for maintaining muscle function and preventing contractures, and occupational therapy, which aims to assist with daily activities and improve overall quality of life. Additionally, breathing exercise prescribed by Physiotherapy is crucial, as respiratory muscles can be affected; thus, regular monitoring and non-invasive ventilation may be necessary. Proper positioning and ergonomics are vital for managing skeletal deformities such as scoliosis. Ongoing research into stem cell therapy holds promise for the future, with hopes of repairing or replacing damaged muscle tissue, though it remains in the experimental stages and is not yet available as a treatment. It is also important for parents to seek counseling to build mental resilience and cope with the emotional and psychological challenges of caring for a child with CMD. My best wishes for your family.
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