Nerves talk. We listen. CMT’s within reach.
The Dorsal Root offers unique perspectives on CMT’s science and the people behind it. Informed, clear, and always within reach.
Brace Yourself
AwarenessIn Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, everything starts at the feet. This piece explains why foot and ankle instability affects the entire body, how proprioception and muscle fatigue factor in, and why properly selected AFOs can restore alignment, reduce pain, and improve function far beyond just preventing falls.
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Just Breathe
AwarenessCMT was never supposed to be life-altering. Then my breathing changed. This is the story of neuromuscular respiratory failure, explaining why the lungs can be healthy while breathing still fails, and what that reality feels like.
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When Words Escape
AwarenessAfter two decades of unexplained voice and throat issues, I finally got a clear answer: my symptoms are connected to CMT, but not in the way anyone assumed. This is the story of how fatigue, hoarseness, and speech changes led to a root-cause explanation, and what it can mean for others dealing with the same confusion.
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