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Multiple Sclerosis Treatment

Keiro specialises in the treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS).

Around 80% of people with MS have what is known as ‘relapsing remitting MS’.

Overview

Multiple sclerosis is a disease which affects the nerves in the brain and spinal cord. In Multiple Sclerosis the Myelin coating around nerve fibres is damaged, this disrupts the flow of nerve signals, causing a range of symptoms.

Potential Effects of multiple sclerosis (not an exhaustive list)

  • Vision problems.
  • Balance problems and dizziness.
  • Ataxia.
  • Numbness and tingling.
  • Fatigue.
  • Bladder problems.
  • Stiffness and/or spasms.
  • Memory and thinking.
  • Emotional difficulties.

Around 80% of people with MS have what is known as ‘relapsing remitting MS’ . This means that at times, symptoms can almost disappear or reduce significantly for an indefinite period. These remissions are often followed by a ‘flare up’ where symptoms will return for a period of weeks or months. At these times people with MS may require support to manage their condition.

Multiple Sclerosis treatment possibilities (not an exhaustive list)

MS is a highly variable condition and each person with MS will need different types and levels of help. Multiple sclerosis treatment possibilities can include:

  • Vocational rehabilitation or adaptations to maintain employment.
  • Adaptations to the home environment.
  • Exercise programme to increase fitness, stamina and endurance.
  • Fatigue management.
  • Functional Electrical Stimulation.
  • Dynamic balance work.
  • Stretches to relieve spasticity and spasms.
  • Hydrotherapy– using the support, pressure, resistance and warmth provided by the water to increase therapeutic benefit.
  • Work to maintain/increase independence in activities of daily living, including washing and dressing, preparing meals, shopping.
  • Transfer practice
  • Development of communication strategies.
  • Support to maximise community and social integration.

Keiro offers support for individuals with MS via our rehabilitation and specialist nursing services in Whickham, Newcastle and in Middlesbrough, Teesside.

If you would like any further information about how Keiro can help individuals who have multiple sclerosis please contact us using the form to the right.