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General Physician•Delhi
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Meningomyelocele is the most severe type of spina bifida, a congenital defect that occurs when the backbone and spinal canal fail to close before the baby is born. It is a neural tube defect and is the most common disabling birth defect.
The exact causes of spina bifida are unknown but environmental and genetic factors are thought to play a role in its development.
A baby’s risk of developing the condition is higher if their mother is taking antiseizure medications, having folic acid def...more
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Physiotherapist•Chennai
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It’s overwhelming to learn that your child has dmd. Remember that the disease doesn’t mean he can’t go to school, play sports, and have fun with friends. If you stick with his treatment plan and know what works for your child, you can help him live an active life.
•stand and walk as much as possible. Being upright will keep your child’s bones strong and his spine straight. Braces or standing walkers can make it easier for him to stand and get around.
•eat right. There's no special diet f...more
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Homeopath•Vadodara
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Yes it can be progressive and it can be stopped by proper homeopathic treatment.
You can consult me at Lybrate.
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It’s overwhelming to learn that your child has dmd. Remember that the disease doesn’t mean he can’t go to school, play sports, and have fun with friends. If you stick with his treatment plan and know what works for your child, you can help him live an active life.
•stand and walk as much as possible. Being upright will keep your child’s bones strong and his spine straight. Braces or standing walkers can make it easier for him to stand and get around.
•eat right. There's no special diet f...more
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Taking care of your child
it’s overwhelming to learn that your child has dmd. Remember that the disease doesn’t mean he can’t go to school, play sports, and have fun with friends. If you stick with his treatment plan and know what works for your child, you can help him live an active life.
•stand and walk as much as possible. Being upright will keep your child’s bones strong and his spine straight. Braces or standing walkers can make it easier for him to stand and get around.
•eat ri...more
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Homeopath•Hyderabad
Diet for weak bones
Good sources of calcium include:
milk, cheese and other dairy foods.
green leafy vegetables, such as broccoli, cabbage and okra, but not spinach.
soya beans.
tofu.
soya drinks with added calcium.
nuts.
bread and anything made with fortified flour.
fish where you eat the bones, such as sardines and pilchards.
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Physiotherapy treatment should be taken for must. The normal movement pattern can be gained through the advice and the facilitation of certain muscle groups may lead to proper using of the affected side arm and leg.
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Physiotherapist•Chennai
It’s overwhelming to learn that your child has dmd. Remember that the disease doesn’t mean he can’t go to school, play sports, and have fun with friends. If you stick with his treatment plan and know what works for your child, you can help him live an active life.
•stand and walk as much as possible. Being upright will keep your child’s bones strong and his spine straight. Braces or standing walkers can make it easier for him to stand and get around.
•eat right. There's no special diet f...more
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