Assistive Technology for Myasthenia Gravis
The assistive technology and equipment the NDIS funds for Myasthenia Gravis, how the AT process works, and how to get it into your plan.
Assistive technology (AT) — from simple aids to powered equipment — helps many people with Myasthenia Gravis do things more safely and independently. This guide explains the AT that can help, how the NDIS funds it, and how to get it into your plan.
Understanding Myasthenia Gravis and assistive technology
Myasthenia Gravis (MG) is a chronic autoimmune condition in which the immune system disrupts communication between nerves and muscles at the neuromuscular junction. The result is fluctuating, fatigable muscle weakness —…
AT that can help with Myasthenia Gravis
The assistive technology and equipment a plan for Myasthenia Gravis commonly includes are:
How the NDIS funds assistive technology
AT is funded from your Capital budget, and the process depends on cost and complexity:
Getting AT into your plan
To fund AT for Myasthenia Gravis, plan ahead: