We’re the leading charity for more than 110,000 people living with one of over 60 muscle wasting and weakening conditions.
The charity for muscle wasting conditions
Living with a muscle wasting and weakening condition can be exhausting, stressful and lonely. With endless medical appointments, physiotherapy, treatments and respiratory support. That’s why, for over 60 years, we’ve been building our community. Bringing you together with friends and family, scientists and supporters, staff and volunteers, healthcare professionals and partners.
Muscular Dystrophy
Discover more about muscular dystrophies and other muscle wasting and weakening conditions. For detailed information on symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment of over 60 related conditions, visit our Conditions A-Z page.
Support and information
With you at every life stage. Whoever you are, wherever you’re from. From the point of diagnosis to living the best life possible.
Get involved
The more of us who come together, the greater the impact we’ll be able to make. Whether you’d like to fundraise or volunteer, there are lots of ways you can get involved.
We have a range of support services for you.
Call our helpline
0800 652 6352
Information
Advice for living with or caring for someone with a muscle wasting condition.
We’re investing £1.7 million into research
We’re delighted to announce we’re investing £1.7 million into 12 new research projects as part of our 2024 grant round.
There are plenty of ways to get involved
Fund groundbreaking research and life-changing support. Together we are changing the future of muscle wasting conditions.
Events and challenges
Whether it’s a run, cycle or skydive you’re after – we have an event to suit you.
Fundraise your way!
However you want to raise money for us, we’re here to support with everything you need. Order your fundraising pack today.
Donate
Together we fund groundbreaking research and life changing support for everyone affected by muscle wasting conditions. Donate today.
