Patients Disease

Neuromuscular Diseases

This restrictive disease category is an umbrella term that describes over 40 different diseases afflicting millions of Americans. Diseases that effect muscular function can also affect breathing. Lack of smooth functioning muscles of the rib cage and diaphragm can lead to a variety of breathing problems.

Some patients can raise their comfort and function levels through appropriate use of available technology and the alignment of experienced and caring respiratory care professionals. We understand how these breathing complications impact patients, family and friends. We help patients benefit from their breathing treatment plan in a caring, reliable, and professional manner. Some of these diseases include: ALS, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, Post Polio, Parkinson's, Scoliosis, and others. Click here for more examples. Learn poor ventilation symptoms in the next section.