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The Loop Your Neuromuscular Resource Hub

Health support

The allied-health disciplines that support people with neuromuscular conditions.

Cardiology

Your heart can be affected when you have a neuromuscular condition. Regular heart checks to monitor the health of your heart and e...

Counselling

Living with a neuromuscular condition can be tough at times. It can be helpful to talk with a counsellor who will listen in a conf...

Dietitian

Understanding how nutrition and your food choices affect your health can be a full-time job. It is easy to get overwhelmed with th...

Genetic Counselling

If your family is affected by a genetic condition, a genetic counsellor can be an excellent source of support and information.

Hydrotherapy

Hydrotherapy can be a useful therapy for people with neuromuscular conditions. The information on this page explains what hydrothe...

Occupational Therapy

Everyday activities, like getting dressed or opening a jar, can sometimes be really challenging when you have a neuromuscular cond...

Physiotherapy

A physiotherapist is an important member of your healthcare team when you have a neuromuscular condition. They can work with you t...

Podiatry

Many neuromuscular conditions affect your feet, having a huge impact on your quality of life. A podiatrist is an important member...

Psychology

Living with a neuromuscular condition can be tough at times. If you are unhappy, stressed, confused or finding it difficult to cop...

Respiratory Care

Looking after your breathing is an important part of your treatment plan if you have a neuromuscular condition.

Social Work

Living with a neuromuscular condition can be tough and there might be times you need support. A social worker is a professional th...

Speech Pathology

An important member of your healthcare team is a speech pathologist if your condition affects how you communicate or swallow.

The Loop's Vision

To support and empower people living with a neuromuscular condition, their families and support network — created by Muscular Dystrophy Foundation Australia with the state-based MD organisations.

  • Muscular Dystrophy Foundation Australia
  • Muscular Dystrophy NSW
  • Muscular Dystrophy Queensland
  • Neuromuscular WA
  • Muscular Dystrophy Tasmania
  • MD Capital Region
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