Table 1.
Factors causing sleep-related difficulties in neuromuscular patients
Factors Causing sleep disruption |
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a) Diaphragmatic and respiratory muscle weakness |
b) Upper airway & craniofacial weakness |
c) Difficulty with secretion clearance |
d) Impairment of cough mechanism |
e) Limitation of posture/discomfort due to weakness |
f) Diminished ventilatory drive |