EVALUATION OF EARLY REHABILITATION MEASURES IN DUCHENNE  MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY

Ermatov Farhod Akhmedovich

Authors

Ermatov Farhod Akhmedovich Central Asian Medical University Assistant of the Department of Pediatrics and Pediatric Surgery Fergana City, Uzbekistan

Keywords:

Duchenne muscular dystrophy, early rehabilitation, physiotherapy, respiratory therapy, orthotic support.

Abstract

Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is a severe genetic disorder resulting from mutations that impair dystrophin production, leading to progressive muscle degeneration. This study evaluated the effectiveness of early rehabilitation interventions among DMD patients at the Genesis Mother and Child Clinic in Fergana during 2024–2025. The results demonstrated that a comprehensive rehabilitation program significantly improved muscle function and quality of life in affected children.

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