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Supporting Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awareness Month: The Role of Occupational Therapists
August 14, 2024
Categories: Occupational Therapy
August is Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about this progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects motor nerve cells in the spinal cord, impacting muscles used for activities such as breathing, eating, crawling, and walking. Occupational Therapists (OTs) play a crucial role in supporting individuals with SMA, helping them achieve greater independence and improve their quality of life.
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