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AGSD-UK Conference 2010
The Conference will be in central London on weekend of 20th-21st November. More details soon.
Walk over Wales... every step counts 2 July to 2 August 2010 Sponsored walk raising money for AGSD-UK. 210 miles. Details.
Walking with McArdle's - Wales An opportunity to enjoy a week's walking holiday in Snowdonia and learn how best to cope with McArdle's. July 2011. Details.
Also known as McArdle disease or myophosphorylase deficiency.
McArdle disease is a rare metabolic disorder which causes muscle pain in everyday activities and exercise. If activity is prolonged despite the pain then muscle damage ensues with the risk of muscle breakdown and kidney failure.
Symptoms are usually apparent during the first decade of life but many people do not manage to obtain a diagnosis until the third or fourth decade. Later in life some people with McArdle disease experience fixed muscle weakness, possibly from cumulative muscle damage. It is important for those with McArdle disease to take regular aerobic exercise such as walking and avoid anaerobic activities such as lifting heavy weights.
About the disease
Exercise and McArdle Disease
Background information