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Muscular dystrophy is the overall name for a group of inherited muscle disorders that cause progressive weakening of the body's muscles. Find links here for information and resources for the different types.
Jerry's Kids - Muscular Dystrophy
Article provides information about the nine types of muscular dystrophy, and links to information and resources.
Genes, Dystrophin, and Duchenne MD
Researchers know the gene responsible for Duchenne muscular dystrophy, the most common childhood form of MD, causes a lack of the muscle protein dystrophin. Now research is trying to fix the gene or get around its effects. From the About.com Guide to Rare/Orphan Diseases.
MDA USA: Becker Muscular Dystrophy
References, clinical trials listing, articles, publications, and research from the Muscular Dystrophy Association USA.
MDA USA: Congenital Muscular Dystrophy
Information from the Muscular Dystrophy Association USA.
MDA USA: Distal Muscular Dystrophy
Information from the Muscular Dystrophy Association USA.
MDA USA: Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
References, clinical trials listing, articles, publications, and research from the Muscular Dystrophy Association USA.
MDA USA: Emery-Dreifuss Muscular Dystrophy
Information from the Muscular Dystrophy Association USA.
Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy Society
Comprehensive brochure on the disorder.
MDA USA: Limb-Girdle MD Brochure
Online brochure from the Muscular Dystrophy Association USA.
MDA USA: Myotonic Dystrophy Facts
Facts on the disorder from the Muscular Dystrophy Association USA.
MDA USA: Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy
Information from the Muscular Dystrophy Association USA.
Muscular Dystrophy Family Foundation
FAQs about muscular dystrophy and about the Foundation's services, resources, and equipment and financial assistance.

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