Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease that affects both the brain and spinal cord of people (the central nervous system, central nervous system). It affects more women than men, usually seen in people who are between the ages of twenty and forty. - However, it can be seen at any age.
Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease that affects the brain and spinal cord (central nervous system).
2) and the myelin sheath
MS occurs when myelin sheath is damaged. This is a protective cover that surrounds nerve cells. Result in damage to nerve cells, and slowed heart rate of patients, and if not stopped. This nerve damage that occurs when there is no inflammation caused by the body's immune cells attack the nervous system. Episodes can be repeated inflammation occurs along an area of the brain and spinal cord, or even in the optic nerve.
3) Some of the symptoms of MS
loss of balance, which can cause problems when walking
Muscle cramps numbness
individual problems trying to move the arms or legs
Poor coordination and small movements
4) to walk
A) AFOs (ankle foot splint): Walking can help people in everyday situations. For example, there are braces called AFOs that can really help people walk more speed and stability. Usually, these pillars is provided by a specialist called twice orthotist. These supports are usually plastic and can be placed in most pairs of shoes. - If you never tried to AFO for walking better, it's something to consider.
B) WalkAide: In addition, there is another device called WalkAide (which is approved by the FDA) that can actually help people with foot drop due to MS. These devices help a person walking through the provision of better impulses of peroneal nerve. This in turn could help slow down the patient is walking along.
C) cane: Finally, there is the use of a stick. These devices are commonly used that have been around a long time. The problem with the cane is that the patient must take something and quickly labeled as "disabled" by their peers. - An AFO or WalkAide and help a person to walk better and do not necessarily have to take anything to get the benefits of these devices.
* Note: This information is health. Must be provided for medical advice about you by preparing your own orthotist and licensed premises (professional goals) when it comes to WalkAide and an AFO.
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