When it comes to Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, what a parent sees is more than just the diagnosis, it’s the quiet courage behind every struggle. She sees her child endure long stretches when he’d rather be playing. She watches lose a little physical strength every day and try to find solutions to find other ways to continue with his favourite activities, if possible, or invest time into other or new interests. Parents help their child get ready for therapies when he’d rather just stay home and be

105K views · 35 reactions | MAY IS ALS AWARENESS MONTH, and we’re shedding light all month on amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a neuromuscular disease that impacts thousands of people every year. Throughout May, we'll be sharing key facts about ALS to spread knowledge and awareness. Understanding ALS is the first step in the fight against it. Share and learn more about how you can help at MDA.org/EndALSwithMDA | Muscular Dystrophy Association | Facebook

Doctors are studying a boy whose muscles are 40% larger than expected, despite normal myostatin levels. Research could lead to breakthroughs in muscular dystrophy treatment, potentially helping patients gain muscle and strength. A fascinating case! #MuscleGrowth #MedicalMystery #MuscularDystrophy #GeneticResearch #HealthScience From: The World's Strongest Toddler | Real Stories