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Ability360 CMT-Connect Webinar

by Courtney | Jun 11, 2019 | 0 comments

We speak with Ability360 Program Manager, Brielle Carter about her adaptive sports and recreation center specially designed for people with disabilities. Learn about this amazing campus and upcoming Movement is Medicine Summit!

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United Nations Stresses Exercise for Noncommunicable Diseases like Charcot-Marie-Tooth

by Courtney | Aug 20, 2014 | PT and Exercise | 1 Comment

The U.N. General Assembly has unanimously agreed to work toward curbing the risk factors of noncommunicable diseases(NCDs), including the four most common: diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, cancers and chronic respiratory diseases. Sedentary lifestyle, smoking, alcohol abuse and poor diet have been cited as the major risk factors to developing NCDs

Exercise for people with CMT: Frequently Asked Questions Q & A Dr. Robert Chetlin

by Courtney | Aug 4, 2014 | PT and Exercise | 3 Comments

We answer the most frequently asked questions about exercise for people with CMT.

Personal Stories: Triathlete, Trainer with Charcot-Marie-Tooth

by Courtney | Jun 19, 2014 | PT and Exercise, Team CMT Members | 0 Comments

In spite of high foot arches and trouble with balance, Joy von Werder of Winter Springs, FL has always been a runner and cyclist. She was also eager to participate in a triathlon. “The training and racing aspects really appeal to me,” she explained. There was one huge problem though. Joy didn’t know how to swim. “So there I was, 39 years old, taking swimming lessons from the boy who gave my little kids lessons,” Joy laughs, but her voice changes quickly as she describes her first race.

Expert Q & A: Physical Therapy and Charcot-Marie-Tooth

by Courtney | Aug 15, 2012 | PT and Exercise | 1 Comment

Read about parental concerns regarding physical therapies for children with Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease.

CMT Research Update: DNA Methylation and Exercise

by Courtney | Mar 31, 2012 | PT and Exercise | 0 Comments

An article in the March 7, 2012 edition of Cell Metabolism Journal supports the benefits of exercise, suggesting possible enhanced effects of combined exercise and drug treatment in patients with CMT.

Exercise and Activity Training for Patients with CMT: Application of the Exercise is Medicine Mode

by Courtney | Nov 30, 2011 | PT and Exercise | 12 Comments

The American College of Sports Medicine hosted the First World Congress for the “Exercise Is Medicine” (EIM) initiative in Baltimore, Maryland. The EIM enterprise is dedicated to improving health, wellness, and quality-of-life through regular physical activity and healthy behaviors.

Benefits of Exercise for Kids with CMT

by Courtney | Nov 30, 2011 | PT and Exercise | 1 Comment

Children with CMT should be active for a variety of reasons. Learn more about the benefits of exercise for kids.

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United Nations Stresses Exercise for Noncommunicable Diseases like Charcot-Marie-Tooth

Exercise for people with CMT: Frequently Asked Questions Q & A Dr. Robert Chetlin

Personal Stories: Triathlete, Trainer with Charcot-Marie-Tooth

Expert Q & A: Physical Therapy and Charcot-Marie-Tooth

CMT Research Update: DNA Methylation and Exercise

Exercise and Activity Training for Patients with CMT: Application of the Exercise is Medicine Mode

Benefits of Exercise for Kids with CMT

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