Making 2024 the Best Year Yet for the SMA Community

In this episode of the Morale Monologue, I’m discussing how we as a community can make 2024 better than 2023. Exciting progress is being made on the research front, and we’ll be sure to communicate important findings to you; but I’d also like to know what you care most about as a patient or caregiver so that I can provide helpful content to assist on your journey. Let me know in the comments what you’d like to see more of in the coming months. Here’s to hoping for a productive and joyful year for all in the SMA community.
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[@chenyuhou2426]

Hey Micheal thank you for all the offers you have made for our community. Decided that I could undergo scoliosis surgery in 2024. However, I recently learned about the new treatment Apitegromab, which is said to improve a patient’s muscle strength. If this treatment gains approval, should I wait 1 or 2 years to try Apitegromab first? I believe that receiving the treatment before surgery could strengthen my body and potentially reduce the risks associated with the surgery. Once again, I appreciate the contributions you've made to the community, Michael, and I hope to receive your wise advice.