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Multiple Sclerosis. Kristin Brown Mallory U’ren. What is MS. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease in which the nerves of the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) degenerate. Causes.
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Multiple Sclerosis Kristin Brown Mallory U’ren
What is MS Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease in which the nerves of the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) degenerate.
Causes The cause of multiple sclerosis is still unknown. In the last 20 years, researchers have focused on disorders of the immune system and genetics for explanations. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qgySDmRRzxY&feature=related
Symptoms Visual impairments (blurred vision, changing of color, and optic nerve inflammation Difficulty with coordination and balance Fatigue Speech impediment Uncontrollable laughing or weeping Depression Memory loss
Severe Symptoms Sexual dysfunction Reduced bowel and bladder control.
Cognitive characteristics recent memory sustained attention verbal fluency conceptual reasoning
Social characteristics Females are more likely than males to show positive adjustment Severe disability and cognitive impairment are predictors of loss of employment, decline in the standards of living and withdrawal from social and leisure activities among patients and are strong indicators of stress among relatives.
Motor Characteristics Multiple sclerosis may cause paralyzing of the body. This decreases the motor function of the body, which limits some activity.
Activities to do Aerobic exercise Swimming Yoga Tai Chi Balance exercises
Activities to avoid Because students with multiple sclerosis are heat sensitive, avoid activities in excessive heat. May have difficulty manipulating small objects.
Why is exercise important Reduce depression Improve posture and balance Improve bowel and bladder function Improved ability to perform everyday tasks Reduces morbidity
Equipment Grab bars Reacher devices Orthotics Leg braces Walkers Wheelchairs/scooters
Equipment continued Tricycle
Equipment continued Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES)
Equipment continued Speaking Board
Support Groups & Hotlines • Multiple Sclerosis Association (MSAA) • MSAA - Programs And Services - Support Groups • Multiple Sclerosis Foundation • National Multiple Sclerosis Society • Toll Free Telephone Hotline • MSAA - Programs And Services - Toll-free Telephone Helpline