Patients diagnosed with any form of MS may experience a variety of
symptoms, several of which can interfere with everyday living. Symptoms
might affect strength, mobility, balance, gait, agility, cognitive
function, speech, and functions taken for granted such as swallowing.
Rehabilitative therapies can help to counteract some of these symptoms
and address very specific patient needs.
Rehabilitation
specialists work with patients to help maximize physical abilities,
function effectively at work and at home, learn strategies to compensate
for symptoms and challenges, increase patient safety and independence,
and promote general health and well-being. To gain most benefit from
rehabilitative therapy, patients must take an active role in following
the treatment plan prescribed and guided by therapists. Common
rehabilitative strategies used in MS include the following:
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Effectiveness of Rehabilitation for Improving Multiple Sclerosis
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