Treatment for MS
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, autoimmune disease that attacks the central nervous system (the brain, spinal cord and optic nerves). It can lead to muscle tingling and spasms, paralysis of limbs, difficulty walking, loss of bladder control and vision problems. Everyone experiences MS differently, depending on where attacks to the central nervous system occur and the type of MS they have.
There are different types of MS. MS Symptoms can be visible or invisible to others. Treatments can slow the progress of the disease and help manage symptoms. ReAble offers a wide range of services and rehabilitation for people with MS in India.
Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis (MS Symptoms):
The symptoms of MS vary widely from person to person and can affect any part of the body.
The main symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis include:
- fatigue
- difficulty walking
- vision problems, such as blurred vision
- problems controlling the bladder
- numbness or tingling in different parts of the body
- muscle stiffness and spasms
- problems with balance and co-ordination
- problems with thinking, learning and planning
Depending on the type of MS you have, your symptoms may come and go in phases or get steadily worse over time (progress).
Multiple Sclerosis Treatments
The complexity of the MS disease, the difficulty in determining the appropriate treatment and a wide range of MS symptoms require a comprehensive approach to the patient, which would include both pharmacology and neuro rehabilitation. Apart from MS medications, physiotherapy plays an important role in the cases of severe spasticity.
At ReAble, the Rehabilitation team will utilise a set of proven and specialised therapy options such as:
- Kenesis program, a gradual transition from basic movements to more complex ones until global functions are reached.
- Functional rehabilitation, aimed at the recovery of lost functions by performing movements in three dimensions
- Neuro physiological methods like Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) and Bobath Neuro developmental Treatment (NDT) for recovery of impaired functions of the body by using movement patterns and techniques of coordination, stabilization and relaxation.
What is the best treatment for MS?
Numerous studies indicate a decrease in quality of life due to the pain that affects daily living of MS patients. New medical research suggests that the introduction of physical activities, regardless of the severity of the MS disease, will reduce the negative effects of akinesia, and thus increase the functional capabilities of all body systems. ReAble focuses on implementation of new methods and holistic therapy to alleviate symptoms and, consequently, improve the quality of life of Ms patient.
That is why ReAble program for Multiple Sclerosis, which includes psychotherapy and symptomatic therapy, is regarded nowadays as the best treatment for ms disease.
Reable Neuro Rehabilitation for Multiple Sclerosis
ReAble’s rehabilitation program for MS takes into consideration the phase of the disease, degree of disability and neurological deficits. The therapy plan is developed after a detailed assessment of the functional and neurological status and state of cognitive functions of the patient to establish the degree of impairment and the objectives of treatment. The program lead will design your treatment plan in line with your current medications. You will be cared for by a multi-disciplinary team that changes as your needs change. It could include:
- Physical therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Nutrition
- Counselling
- Speech Therapy
The rehabilitation for MS disease is conducted in IPD Rehab (hospital), Rehabilitation centre (outpatient) and at the patient’s home, depending on the functional status of the patient.
