Exploring caregivers' attitudes and beliefs about nutrition and weight management for young people with Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

Natassja Billich Paula Bray Helen TrubyMaureen EvansMonique M Ryan Kate Carroll Katy de ValleDaniella VillanoAndrew J KornbergBianca SowerbyMichelle Anne Farrar Manoj P MenezesSandra HollandRachel LindebackAnita Cairns Zoe E Davidson

Published in: Muscle & nerve (2024)

Managing weight is an important issue for caregivers of sons with DMD; yet several barriers exist. Individualized 6 week programs are preferred by caregivers to improve weight management for DMD.

Keyphrases

duchenne muscular dystrophy
physical activity
palliative care
weight loss
body mass index
weight gain
muscular dystrophy
body weight
public health
mental health
clinical trial