The duck walk and 6 other symptoms of an incurable disease that may appear before the age of 40

“Currently, CPMD is considered an incurable disease. Gene therapy is being developed, but it is still at the research stage, says the neurologist. “Now all treatments are aimed at improving the quality of life of patients. Patients with CPMD are prescribed physiotherapy and physical therapy, swimming in the pool. The use of canes, corsets, walkers and wheelchairs is recommended. In later stages, surgery may be required. For example, with bad bending of the spine or deformation of the legs. If respiratory function is impaired, assisted breathing devices will be required. “