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TABLE OF CONTENTS

  • Introduction 9
  • Important Terms to Know 11
  • Chapter One: What is Charcot Marie Tooth Disease? 15
  • 1. The Basics of Charcot Marie Tooth Disease 16
  • 2. History of Charcot Marie Tooth Disease 18
  • 3. Other Common Nervous Disorders 19
  • Chapter Two: Signs and Symptoms 23
  • 1. Common Signs and Symptoms 24
  • 2. Progression of the Disease 26
  • Chapter Three: Causes of the Disease 31
  • 1. What Causes Charcot Marie Tooth Disease? 32
  • 2. Types of Charcot Marie Tooth Disease 35
  • Subtypes of Charcot Marie Tooth Disease 38
  • Chapter Four: Diagnosis and Prognosis 45
  • 1. Diagnosis of the Disease 46
  • 2. Prognosis for the Disease 47
  • Chapter Five: Treatment Options 49
  • 1. Overview of Treatment Options 50
  • 2. Physical and Occupational Therapy 51
  • 3. Braces and Orthopedic Devices 52
  • 4. Surgical Procedures 53
  • 5. Medical Management 55
  • 6. Additional Treatments and Therapies 56
  • Chapter Six: Dietary Support Options 59
  • 1. Supplements for Peripheral Neuropathy 60
  • 2.) Foods to Avoid for Peripheral Neuropathy 63
  • 3. Recipes for Muscle Support and Recovery 64
  • Eggs Baked in Avocado 66
  • Cinnamon Apple Overnight Oats 67
  • Tomato Basil Omelet 68
  • Homemade Whole-Grain Muesli 69
  • Curried Chickpea Burgers 70
  • Balsamic Avocado Spinach Salad 71
  • Coconut Vegetable Curry 72
  • Vegan Cream of Broccoli Soup 73
  • Warm Quinoa and Veggie Salad 74
  • Roasted Beet Soup 76
  • Rosemary Roasted Chicken and Veggies 77
  • Herb-Crusted Pork Tenderloin 78
  • Easy Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry 79
  • Avocado Chocolate Mousse 80
  • Blueberry Yogurt Parfait 81
  • Chapter Seven: Research 83
  • 1. What Research is Being Conducted? 84
  • The Charcot-Marie-Tooth Association 85
  • 2. Clinical Trials for CMT Disease 87
  • Chapter Eight: Frequently Asked Questions 91
  • Conclusion 95
  • Index 97
  • References 105

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