UT Southwestern’s Breathing (Pulmonary Neuromuscular) Disorders Program focuses on the assessment and management of individuals with respiratory insufficiency secondary to neurological and musculoskeletal disorders, including:

• Motor neuron disease (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, myotonic dystrophy, Duchenne's muscular dystrophy, etc.)
• Post-polio syndrome
• Multiple sclerosis
• Scoliosis
• Paralyzed diaphragm
• Chest wall deformities

After evaluating their physiologic parameters of breathing, we can assist with:

• Cough-assist devices
• Accessory muscle training
• Chest wall mobility and hyperinflation
• Glossopharyngeal breathing
• Intermittent positive-pressure breathing (IPPB)
• Non-invasive ventilation and invasive ventilation
• Ventilatory interfaces