Table 3.
Inclusion criteria | Exclusion criteria |
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A DNA-established diagnosis of DMD | Other disabling diseases influencing mobility |
Boys who have been wheelchair-dependent for a few years (approximately 2-5 years after they stopped walking) | Boys who are able to stand |
Boys >20 years old | |
Boys who have problems with reaching and lifting movements with their arms, and: -are unable to touch the top of their head (at least with one hand) -are still able to use their hands for some daily activities |
Boys who already use an arm support |