In this podcast, I explore the history of our understanding of the different disorders that constitute muscular dystrophy.

I also use patient memoirs to illustrate the different types of muscular dystrophy, from Duchenne and Becker to limb girdle and myotonic dystrophy.

I trace the history of the understanding of the disorder with reference to such physicians as Sir Charles Bell, Duchenne de Boulogne and Edward Meryon.

I also discuss the characteristic features of the different muscular dystrophies such as the Gower's sign and myotonia.

The podcast also provides elements of the management of the disorder, especially the monitoring regimen for Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

I also reviewed the exciting developments in the genetic treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy.