Join Australia’s leading neuromuscular specialists in this educational podcast and video series designed to provide practical, evidence-based guidance for the management of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). Across four insightful episodes, clinicians and experts share their unique perspectives on evolving models of care, lifelong management, and the holistic support of people living with SMA.

By the end of each episode, listeners will be able to:

Podcast 1: Demystifying SMA: Rethinking SMA as a treatable lifelong condition

1. Describe how advances in treatment are changing the clinical trajectory and classification of SMA.
2. Recognise and correct common misconceptions about living with SMA in the modern treatment era.

Podcast 2: Acute & long-term management: Evolving models of care addressing acute and lifelong needs

1. Outline the principles of acute and long-term management of SMA, aimed at optimising function and independence.
2. Recognise the multidimensional burden of SMA, addressing needs beyond motor function improvement.

Podcast 3: Family planning: Shifting perspectives on family planning in SMA

1. Explain the importance of newborn screening in early diagnosis and treatment, and impact of carrier screening on reproductive decisions.
2. Describe the changing attitudes toward pregnancy and parenthood among individuals with SMA.

Podcast 4: Engaging untreated individuals: Practice points for disconnected patients

1. Describe how to structure a meaningful review consultation for adults with SMA re-engaging with care, including assessing baseline motor function and discussing realistic treatment expectations.
2. Recognise the importance of empathetic active listening and individualised communication in addressing concerns and misconceptions.