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CMT Personal Story: Chemotherapy and Charcot-Marie-Tooth
Learn how chemotherapy jump-started CMT in Karen’s body, leaving her in leg braces for several months.
Embrace the Brace: A Mother’s Perspective on Helios
We had the highest of hopes that these custom braces would be the difference between night and day for Dakota.
Foods That Help Muscle Recovery
If you have Charcot-Marie-Tooth, moderate exercise is usually best, especially when combined with a healthy diet.
Personal Stories: Triathlete, Trainer with Charcot-Marie-Tooth
In spite of high foot arches and trouble with balance, Joy von Werder of Winter Springs, FL has always been a runner and cyclist. She was also eager to participate in a triathlon. “The training and racing aspects really appeal to me,” she explained. There was one huge problem though. Joy didn’t know how to swim. “So there I was, 39 years old, taking swimming lessons from the boy who gave my little kids lessons,” Joy laughs, but her voice changes quickly as she describes her first race.
Treating Children with Charcot-Marie-Tooth: Surgery
We answer questions from parents about treating their young children with orthopedic problems.
Hand Surgery and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a type of compression neuropathy caused by compression and irritation of the median nerve in the wrist.
Q & A with Podiatrist: Dr. Lee Reiter
Read more about how a podiatrist can help diagnose CMT.
Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) has provided trained assistance dogs for children and adults with disabilities since 1975
Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) has provided trained assistance dogs for children and adults with disabilities since 1975.
Expert Q & A: Physical Therapy and Charcot-Marie-Tooth
Read about parental concerns regarding physical therapies for children with Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease.
CMT Research Update: DNA Methylation and Exercise
An article in the March 7, 2012 edition of Cell Metabolism Journal supports the benefits of exercise, suggesting possible enhanced effects of combined exercise and drug treatment in patients with CMT.
Expert Q and A: Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Glenn Pfeffer
Learn more from orthopedic surgeon Glenn Pfeffer, MD about surgery and CMT patients.
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