Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

ALS is not a curable illness, but it can be managed. There are therapies for many of the symptoms of ALS that can help lessen the disease's burden, and multidisciplinary teams in specialist ALS facilities are offering high quality care and thorough rehabilitation for people with ALS. Despite the fact that this condition is progressive and has a demonstrated propensity to reduce life, the pace of research in this disease is growing tremendously, and multiple clinical...
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ALS is not a curable illness, but it can be managed. There are therapies for many of the symptoms of ALS that can help lessen the disease's burden, and multidisciplinary teams in specialist ALS facilities are offering high quality care and thorough rehabilitation for people with ALS.

Despite the fact that this condition is progressive and has a demonstrated propensity to reduce life, the pace of research in this disease is growing tremendously, and multiple clinical studies are exploring promising new medicines. Our understanding of the fundamental causes of ALS is gradually expanding. The extensive resources of patient advocacy organizations such as the Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Association and the Muscular Dystrophy Association give invaluable assistance and support to those living with ALS and their families.

Although an ALS diagnosis can be upsetting, the vast majority of people find fresh strength from within to battle the disease and live life with vitality and joy. This book's information will help people with ALS and their families manage the disease and live within its limitations.

The book is completely revised throughout and contains NEW information on:

• Use of non-invasive ventilators
• best therapy for patients with ALS
• end stages of ALS
• the causes and risk factors of ALS
• management for ALS, and so much more

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis covers every aspect of the management of ALS, from clinical features of the disease, to diagnosis, to an overview of symptom management. Major sections deal with medical and rehabilitative management, living with ALS, managing advanced disease, end-of-life issues, and resources that can provide support and assistance in this time of need.