Managing the symptoms of multiple sclerosis

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Managing the symptoms of multiple sclerosis

Sixth edition.

The fully updated and revised sixth edition of the definitive guide to clinically tested and proven methods for effectively managing all of the symptoms characteristic of MS and MS treatment. Based on the most up-to-date disease management strategies, medical and research breakthroughs, and latest drug therapies, Dr. Randall T. Schapiro provides the information you need to manage both the disease and symptoms, and make everyday life easier. Managing the Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis features comprehensive treatment options for: Fatigue; Spasticity; Weakness; Tremor; Spasms; Pressure Sores; In.

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English
Pages
214

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Cover of: Managing the Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis
Managing the Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis: 6th Edition
2014, ReadHowYouWant.com, Limited, ReadHowYouWant
in English
Cover of: Managing the symptoms of multiple sclerosis
Managing the symptoms of multiple sclerosis
2014
in English - Sixth edition.
Cover of: Managing the Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis
Managing the Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis
2010, ReadHowYouWant.com, Limited, ReadHowYouWant
in English
Cover of: Managing the Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis
Managing the Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis
2007, Springer Publishing Company, Incorporated
in English
Cover of: Managing the Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis
Managing the Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis
2003, Springer Publishing Company, Incorporated
in English
Cover of: Managing the Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis
Managing the Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis
June 10, 2003, Demos Medical Publishing
Paperback in English - Fourth edition edition

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Table of Contents

Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; Preface; Acknowledgments; Share Managing the Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis, Sixth Edition; Part I: The Disease and Its Management; Chapter 1: What is Multiple Sclerosis?; A Word About Anatomy; Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis; Possible Causes of Multiple Sclerosis; Choosing Your Physician; A Word About Complementary Medicine; Chapter 2: For the Newly Diagnosed; Chapter 3: Managing the Disease Process; The Management of Side Effects; The Treatment of Acute Attacks; Part II: Managing the Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis; Chapter 4: Fatigue.
Principles of Energy ConservationMinimizing Fatigue by Conserving Energy; Chapter 5: Spasticity; Stretching; Mechanical Aids; Medications; Paroxysmal (Tonic) Spasms; Surgical Management; Contractures; Chapter 6: Weakness; Chapter 7: Tremor and Balance; Balance; Chapter 8: Paroxysmal Symptoms; Chapter 9: Mobility: Putting It All Together; Walking (Ambulation); Transfers; Chapter 10: Pressure Sores; Chapter 11: Bladder Symptoms; The Urinary System and Its Control; Bladder Problems Associated with Multiple Sclerosis; Management of Bladder Problems; Urinary Tract (Bladder) Infection.
Bladder SpasmsIncontinence Pads; Chapter 12: Bowel Symptoms; The Gastrointestinal Tract and Its Control; Constipation; The Development of Good Bowel Habits: Dietary Management; Establishing a Bowel Program; Diarrhea and Incontinence; Chapter 13: Speech Difficulties; Chapter 14: Swallowing Difficulties; Chapter 15: Vision; Chapter 16: Pain; Chapter 17: Dizziness and Vertigo; Chapter 18: Numbness, Cold Feet, and Swollen Ankles; Numbness and Tingling; Cold Feet; Swollen Ankles; Chapter 19: Cognitive Difficulties; Patr III: Your Total Health; Chapter 20: Diet and Nutrition; Weight Control.
Cutting Fat CaloriesWeight Gain; Chapter 21: Exercise; Chapter 22: Sexuality; The Sexual Response; Sexual Problems in Multiple Sclerosis; Managing Sexual Difficulties; Chapter 23: Adapting to Multiple Sclerosis; Relaxation Techniques; Chapter 24: Aging with Multiple Sclerosis; Part IV: Appendices; Appendix A: Glossary; Appendix B: Exercises for Spasticity; Range of Motion-Lower Extremity; Independent Stretching Program; Balance and Coordination; Strengthening Exercises; Appendix C: Transfers and Mobility; Wheelchair to Bed with Sliding Board; Transfer Wheelchair to Bed (Assisted as Needed).
Transfer Wheelchair to Car (Assisted)Transfer Wheelchair to Car (Unassisted); Bed Mobility Basics; Getting Up from the Floor; Hoyer Transfer; Appendix D: Resources; Additional Reading; Electronic Information Sources; Index.

Edition Notes

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Classifications

Dewey Decimal Class
616.8/34
Library of Congress
RC377 .S255 2014, RC377.S255 2014, RC377.S337 2014eb

The Physical Object

Pagination
1 online resource (xii, 214 pages)
Number of pages
214

ID Numbers

Open Library
OL28282173M
Internet Archive
managingsymptoms0000scha
ISBN 10
1617052183, 1936303647
ISBN 13
9781617052187, 9781936303649
LCCN
2014014044
OCLC/WorldCat
900089257

First Sentence

"Multiple sclerosis (MS) is one of a broad category of demyelinating diseases that affect the central nervous system (CNS)-the brain and spinal cord."

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