Advances In Multiple Sclerosis Treatment

Types Of MS

There are five basic types of MS. Each has unique qualities, which allow it to be differentiated from the others. For example, the most common form of multiple sclerosis is called RRMS, short for Relapsing Remitting MS. With this form of MS, the person experiences flare-ups which are followed by periods of recovery without progression of symptoms. This is the type of MS that is typically experienced by children, however, children tend to have more frequent flare-ups than adults

Next, there are Primary and Secondary Progressive MS. With Primary Progressive MS, the disease progresses without flare-ups, and at times seems to improve. As the disease progresses, it moves into Secondary Progressive MS which may include flare-ups.

Lastly, Progressive Relapsing MS progresses steadily without remission, which means that the MS patient experiences a number of flare-ups.

MS Treatments

Each type of MS requires different types of treatments. Because each person’s experience of MS is different, physicians use customized treatments to deal with pain, discomfort, and also to slow the progression and severity of MS attacks.

Some physicians recommend physical therapy to aid their patient to adjust to their body’s ability and to strengthen other parts of the body in the process. MS patients can manage their MS symptoms through a combination of various therapies like yoga, acupuncture, massage, meditation, exercise, and even dietary change. Complementary and alternative treatments can also make it possible for the MS patient to manage muscle pain and fatigue symptoms.