Resources for healthcare professionals

People with any form of DM may have life-threatening reactions to anesthesia and need careful monitoring.

Speech and language guidelines for DM, covering assessment, diagnosis, and therapy for communication and swallowing.

Consensus-based care recommendations for pulmonologists treating adults with myotonic dystrophy type 1.

Consensus-based care recommendations for adults with myotonic dystrophy type 1.

Consensus-based care recommendations for adults with myotonic dystrophy type 2.

Consensus-based care recommendations for cardiologists treating adults with myotonic dystrophy type 1.

Consensus-based care recommendations for congenital or childhood (juvenile)-onset myotonic dystrophy type 1.

This is the quick guide for professional audiences – especially doctors and nurses – who treat and care for individuals living with DM.

An overview of risks & care recommendations for those living with DM who are pregnant or considering pregnancy.

DM1 & DM2 can affect the heart. Early monitoring and care help reduce serious risks. View the community guide.