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  1. Muscle cramp

    A muscle cramp is an uncontrollable and painful spasm of a muscle.

  2. Bell's palsy

    The majority of people with Bell's palsy, around 90 per cent, will recover completely with time.

  3. Myasthenia gravis

    Myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune disease that causes muscle weakness.

  4. Sprains and strains

    It is important to get the correct treatment for a sprain or strain as soon as possible after the injury to help you recover quickly.

  5. Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA)

    A child with spinal muscular atrophy type 1 rarely lives beyond three years of age.

  6. Multiple sclerosis (MS)

    Multiple sclerosis is not contagious, but it is progressive and unpredictable.

  7. Muscular dystrophy

    People affected by muscular dystrophy have different degrees of independence, mobility and carer needs.

  8. Helping a child with a disability with everyday activities

    If you have a child with a disability you can help improve their communication and movement by encouraging them to take part in daily activities.

  9. Polymyositis

    Polymyositis is hard to diagnose and may be mistaken for muscular dystrophy.

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