Once thought to be primarily a childhood disease, spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) can be diagnosed in adolescents, young adults and even those beyond 21 years of age1
Meet Chris
Chris is an American Football coach for Northants Titans, programme support officer for England Handball Association, and also has type 3 SMA. Listen to Chris share his story from diagnosis at 9 years old through to adulthood, and how his love of sport as a child led him to become a successful coach for his local flag American Football Club.
About Chris
Journey to Diagnosis
Access to care throughout your SMA journey
Becoming a Sports Coach
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Meet Josh
Josh is an award-winning entrepreneur and aspiring Paralympian. He was diagnosed with type 3 SMA at 18 months. In this short video, Josh shares his story, from establishing a business supporting wheelchair users to his current preparations for the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.
About Josh
Moving to University
Becoming an Entrepreneur
Training for the Paralympics
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Meet Sam & Alex
Identical twins Sam and Alex have type 2 SMA. They give us insight into growing up with a genetic condition and their love for media and content creation.
About Sam & Alex
Going to school
Hobbies and interests
Caring for teenagers with SMA
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A lot has changed in the quality of care offered to people living with SMA. Ongoing research is providing an ever-increasing understanding of the science behind SMA and care options.2-4
Mercuri E, et al. Diagnosis and management of spinal muscular atrophy: Part 1: Recommendations for diagnosis, rehabilitation, orthopedic and nutritional care. Neuromuscul Disord 2018;28(2):103-115.
Finkel RS, et al. Diagnosis and management of spinal muscular atrophy: Part 2: Pulmonary and acute care; medications, supplements and immunizations; other organ systems; and ethics. Neuromuscul Disord 2018;28(3):197-207.
Juntas Morales R, et al. Adult-onset spinal muscular atrophy: An update. Rev Neurol (Paris) 2017;173(5):308-319.
