People with multiple sclerosis should make every effort to preserve their general health. A healthy diet, sufficient rest, establishing priorities to conserve energy, and developing emotional support networks can all be very helpful.
Patients with MS can benefit from various rehabilitation services to help them cope with the physical and emotional symptoms of their condition.
Physical Therapy. Physical therapists can provide professional guidance on...
Read moreManaging multiple sclerosis (MS) by therapy may essentially be divided into three areas of focus: treating the acute relapse, managing... Read more »
In Multiple Sclerosis Relapse or Pseudoexacerbation? Part One, we discussed the difference between a relapse and a pseudoexacerbation. ... Read more »
Have you ever considered participating in a clinical trial? I have, yet... I haven’t.ClinicalTrials.gov provides "patients, family... Read more »
It was during my limbo days prior to my official MS diagnosis that I stumbled upon a charismatic lady named Diane J. Standiford. I was... Read more »
Last month, I was catching up on the doctors' visits and routine blood work. While at the neurologist's office, I picked up an order for... Read more »
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People with multiple sclerosis should make every effort to preserve their general health. A healthy diet, sufficient rest, establishing priorities to... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
MS; Demyelinating diseaseTreatmentThere is no known cure for multiple sclerosis at this time. However, there are therapies that may slow the disease.... Read more »
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The goals of treatment for multiple sclerosis are:Modify the disease course by reducing the number and severity of relapses (also called... Read more »
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ReferencesCalabresi P. Multiple sclerosis and demyelinating conditions of the central nervous system. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine.... Read more »