Stretching is recommended for children with Duchenne muscular dystrophy how many days per week?

• A. 1 day per week
• B. 2-3 days per week
• C. 4-6 days per week
• D. 7 days per week

Answer: (C)

Regular stretching helps preserve joint range of motion and slow the development of contractures in Duchenne muscular dystrophy as muscles weaken. Because the condition progresses, a consistent schedule provides the ongoing flexibility support that ROM depends on. Targeting four to six days per week offers a regular stimulus to the muscles and connective tissues without being overly burdensome for families, helping maintain ankle, knee, hip, and spine mobility and delaying fixed contractures that can interfere with function. Stretching once a week is usually not enough to maintain flexibility; two to three days misses some required regularity, while stretching every day can be impractical for many families. Keep stretches gentle, within a comfortable range, and hold each stretch for about 15–30 seconds, repeating as appropriate.