Managing the symptoms of multiple sclerosis - Schapiro, Randall T. (Demos Medical Pub., 2007)
Includes bibliographical references (p. 197-198) and index
What is multiple sclerosis -- Managing the disease process -- Fatigue -- Spasticity -- Weakness -- Tremor and balance -- Paroxysmal symptoms -- Mobility: putting it all together -- Pressure sores -- Bladder symptoms -- Bowel symptoms -- Speech difficulties -- Swallowing difficulties -- Vision -- Pain -- Dizziness and vertigo -- Numbness, cold feet, and swollen ankles -- Cognitive difficulties -- Diet and nutrition -- Exercise -- Sexuality -- Adapting to multiple sclerosis
In clear, understandable language and with helpful illustrations, this book explores every symptom of MS and discusses clinically tested and proven methods for the proper and effective management of each. No symptom is omitted: from spasticity, tremor, weakness, and fatigue to bladder, bowel, and sexual difficulties. An enlightening overview of the characteristics of MS, a useful glossary of common medical terms, and a list of helpful exercises round out this comprehensive coverage. This extensively revised fifth edition remains the definitive guide to managing the symptoms of MS, but also