Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Rehabilitation & Home Care Support in Gurgaon

Patient Background

Patient Name: Rohan Verma (Fictional)

Age: 14 Years | Gender: Male

Residence: Sector 46, Gurgaon

Family: Lives with parents. Mother is the primary caregiver, while his father works in the DLF Cyber City area.

Rohan was an active child until early childhood when his parents noticed unusual clumsiness, frequent falls, and difficulty standing up from the floor. As he grew older, the progressive nature of his condition became more visible. By age 14, he experienced significant difficulty with walking, climbing stairs, maintaining posture, and performing daily activities independently. His mother struggled to lift and transfer him safely, risking her own physical health. The family needed specialized rehabilitation and home care support to improve Rohan’s comfort and maintain his remaining independence.

Clinical Diagnosis

Primary Diagnosis: Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD)

Rohan was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, a progressive neuromuscular condition affecting muscle strength and mobility. DMD is caused by a deficiency of dystrophin, a protein essential for muscle cell stability. Without it, muscles progressively weaken and are replaced by fatty tissue.

Specific laboratory values, such as serum creatine kinase (CK) levels, and detailed genetic test reports were not available in the provided clinical intake summary. However, the clinical presentation and prior medical history firmly established the diagnosis.

Clinical Evaluation and Care Plan

Reason for Clinical Visit: Evaluation of progressive weakness, increased fall frequency, and joint stiffness.

Rohan was evaluated by his pediatric neurologist in Delhi NCR. The assessment indicated a decline in his baseline functional mobility. The physician noted early signs of joint contractures and recommended an immediate escalation in his physiotherapy regimen. No hospital admission was required, but the treating team emphasized that without structured home rehabilitation, Rohan’s independence would rapidly decline. The family was advised to engage professional home healthcare to implement a daily care protocol.

Why Home Healthcare Was Needed

Home Care Plan by AtHomeCare

A customized care plan was designed to address Rohan’s specific neuromuscular needs in his Gurgaon home.

1. Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation Support

A specialized physiotherapist visited Rohan regularly to conduct muscle stretching exercises, mobility improvement activities, and strength maintenance routines. Posture management was emphasized to prevent spinal curvature (scoliosis), a common DMD complication.

2. Mobility & Daily Assistance

Trained caregivers from our Patient Care team provided safe movement assistance and transfer support. A dedicated Patient Care Taker assisted Rohan with personal care activities while implementing strict fall prevention techniques. This relieved his mother of physically demanding tasks.

3. Health Monitoring

While DMD is primarily a muscular condition, it eventually affects respiratory and cardiac muscles. Home Nursing staff periodically monitored Rohan’s breathing capacity, fatigue levels, and overall comfort, ensuring early detection of any respiratory compromise. If advanced respiratory support were ever needed, our ICU At Home Gurgaon services are available, though Rohan had not reached that clinical stage.

4. Equipment and Environment

The care team coordinated Medical Equipment rental, including a specialized wheelchair and transfer boards, making the home environment safer and more accessible for Rohan.

Recovery Timeline

Clinical Evidence

The following data represents the clinical progress observed during the first three months of home care. Note: Exact laboratory values were not documented in the provided summary; this table reflects functional and clinical observations.

Medical Authority

Dr. Ekta Fageriya, MBBS

Specialization: Geriatric Medicine

RMC Registration No.: 44780

Clinical Experience: 7 Years

Supporting Clinical Documents

This case study references general clinical documents typically associated with the management of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. To protect patient privacy, actual document images are not displayed.

• Pediatric Neurologist Discharge Summary / Clinical Notes
• Physiotherapy Assessment and Progress Logs
• Home Nursing Daily Vital Records
• Medical Equipment Prescription and Safety Checklists

Recovery Outcome

With regular home rehabilitation support, Rohan’s daily activities became easier to manage. His mobility safety improved significantly, and muscle stiffness was better controlled through daily stretching. Most importantly, his parents gained confidence in providing care without compromising their own physical health. While DMD is progressive and long-term care remains necessary, Rohan’s immediate comfort and quality of life improved. The structured home care environment allowed him to maintain a sense of independence and dignity.

Key Clinical Learnings

Contact Information

Medical Disclaimer