Dystrophinopathies.

This academic reference entry covers dystrophinopathies, a group of inherited muscular disorders caused by mutations in the dystrophin gene, including Duchenne and Becker muscular dystrophies. These conditions are clinically relevant to physical therapists who manage progressive muscle weakness, contractures, and functional decline in affected patients. Rehabilitation strategies and supportive care are key components of multidisciplinary management for individuals with dystrophinopathies.

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