When a child is diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, one of the most important parts of care is having a healthcare team that understands the disease. Physical therapy plays an essential role in helping people living with Duchenne muscular dystrophy maintain mobility, reduce complications, and improve quality of life. But because Duchenne is a rare disease, many physical therapists never receive specialized training. That’s a gap Dr. Ami Karbhari was determined to change.
As a practicing physical therapist in Mumbai, India, Dr. Karbhari became increasingly aware of the disparities in Duchenne care and the limited education available to rehabilitation professionals. She recognized that many clinicians lacked the specialized knowledge needed to care for individuals living with Duchenne throughout the course of the disease.
Motivated to help improve the standard of care, she reached out to CureDuchenne for guidance. That search for answers led her to CureDuchenne’s professional course,where she completed specialized training and became a CureDuchenne Certified Therapist, joining a growing global network of clinicians dedicated to improving care for individuals living with Duchenne.
She is now spreading awareness of CureDuchenne’s professional course and certification throughout India, encouraging physical therapists and healthcare professionals to receive specialized training in Duchenne muscular dystrophy care so more families can access knowledgeable care close to home.
Why Specialized Physical Therapy Matters in Duchenne
Unlike many other neuromuscular conditions, Duchenne muscular dystrophy requires physical therapy approaches that evolve as the disease progresses. Maintaining flexibility, preventing contractures, supporting mobility, and preserving independence all require careful planning by clinicians who understand the unique needs of individuals living with Duchenne.
Specialized training helps therapists provide evidence-based care that supports both children and adults throughout every stage of the disease.
Expanding Duchenne Care in India
Dr. Karbhari’s journey reflects a broader commitment by CureDuchenne to improve standards of care worldwide.
Recently, CureDuchenne traveled to India to provide professional education to physical therapists, doctors, and caregivers, an important step toward expanding access to Duchenne care across the country.
Dr. Karbhari is helping build on that momentum by encouraging more healthcare professionals to seek specialized Duchenne training and become part of a growing community dedicated to improving outcomes for individuals living with the disease.
Improving outcomes for individuals living with Duchenne takes more than scientific breakthroughs. It also requires trained clinicians who understand the disease and can deliver the highest standard of care. Through education, collaboration, and dedicated advocates like Dr. Karbhari, CureDuchenne is helping expand that expertise – one clinician, one country, and one family at a time.
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