Understanding ALS: A Complete Guide to Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (The NeuroHealth Collection: Understanding Diseases of the Nervous System Book 4)

Understanding ALS: A Complete Guide to Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis offers a comprehensive and compassionate exploration of one of the most challenging neurological conditions. This guide delves into the science behind ALS, explaining how the disease impacts motor neurons in the brain and spinal cord, leading to progressive muscle weakness and loss of mobility. It addresses the early warning signs, diagnostic processes, and stages of disease progression while shedding light on the latest treatment options, including FDA-approved medications and experimental therapies. The book also provides practical advice on managing daily life with ALS, the role of assistive technologies, and emotional coping strategies for patients and caregivers. By combining medical insights with patient stories and current research advancements, this book serves as an invaluable resource for anyone affected by ALS, empowering readers with knowledge and hope for the future.

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0DNCS576K
Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 16, 2024
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 708 KB
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Print length ‏ : ‎ 98 pages
Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Book 4 of 20 ‏ : ‎ The NeuroHealth Collection: Understanding Diseases of the Nervous System
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