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Description: Because the leg muscles of children with muscular dystrophy are weak, they must perform the Gowers’ maneuver to rise to a standing position. (A) and (B) The child first maneuvers to a position supported by arms and legs. (C) The child next pushes off the floor and rests one hand on the knee. (D) and (E) The child then pushes himself upright.
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