Table 3

Inclusion and exclusion criteria study 2

Inclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria

A DNA-established diagnosis of DMD

Other disabling diseases influencing mobility

Boys who have been wheelchair-dependent for a few years (approximately 2-5 years after they stopped walking)

Boys who are able to stand

Boys >20 years old

Boys who have problems with reaching and lifting movements with their arms, and:

-are unable to touch the top of their head (at least with one hand)

-are still able to use their hands for some daily activities

Boys who already use an arm support

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