Chest Physiotherapy in the Well Child
by Michael Nace | Aug 15, 2018 | Just Published, Nursing Resource Page Two, Nursing Resource Pages, Pediatricians Resources, Pulmonologist Resource Page Two, Pulmonologist Resource Pages, Radiology Resource Page Two, Radiology Resources
Respiratory problems are the leading cause of acute illness and chronic disability in infants and children with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). Among children with SMA type I and type II, respiratory issues are the most common cause of death. On the other hand, when...SMA – Core Topics
- What is SMA?
- Types of SMA
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 0
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 1
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 2
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 4
- Rare Forms of SMA
- SMN1-negative variants resembling Adult Onset SMA
- SMN1-negative variants resembling Infantile Onset SMA
- SMN1-negative variants resembling Childhood Onset SMA
- Pre-Symptomatic Intervention
- Genetics and Epidemiology
- Signs and Symptoms
- Comorbid Conditions
- Diagnosis
- Differential Diagnosis
- Disease-Modifying Therapy
- Testing
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Discussing Clinical Trials
- Respiratory Care
- Physical Therapy
- Home Modifications
- Feeding, GERD, and GI Issues
- Delayed Growth
- School and Educational Concerns
- Maximizing Quality of Life
- Assistive Devices
- Speech Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Nutrition
- Medical Transportation and Hospitalization
- Pain Management
- Patient & Caregiver Concerns
- Prognosis
- Palliative Care