Physical Status and Upper Airway Function in Neuromuscular Patients

Degree Physical Status and Upper Airway Function in Neuromuscular Patients

Inside of studies that report an upper airway function impaired, the upper limb strength has been demonstrated to be determinant in breath, speech and swallow performance. Nevertheless, no previous studies in neuromuscular disease have explored the relation between general disability and upper airway function.

There is a suspicion of upper airway which is associated with physical deterioration, however the extent to which if feeds back has not been explored.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Diagnosis of Neuromuscular disease
• Between 6 and 65 years
• Impairment of the upper airway
• Accepted to sign the informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• Cognitive impairment.
• Diagnose of autism spectrum disorder or severe intellectual disability
• Physical or functional impairment that limits the performance of evaluation