Breathwork and Pranayama: Methods of Practice Relevant to Muscular Dystrophy
Muscular Dystrophy (MD) is a group of inherited neuromuscular disorders characterized by progressive muscle weakness and degeneration. In conditions such as Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Becker Muscular Dystrophy, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, respiratory muscles—including the diaphragm, intercostals, and abdominal muscles—gradually weaken. As respiratory capacity declines, individuals may experience reduced vital capacity, ineffective cough, recurrent infections, sleep-disordered breathing, and fatigue. […]