This first British Edition of this classic guide to multiple sclerosis continues to be the definitive guide for everyone concerned with this disease - those who have MS and their families, and all the health care professionals involved with its management. It covers a wide range of topics in a format that is accessible, and easy to understand.
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REVIEW: ".. if you (have MS), love someone with MS, work with a person who has MS..., you will find this book helpful and informative." - MS Focus. REVIEW: "Highly recommended for MS patients, bookstores, and libraries." - Health Sciences Book Review.
Chapter 1 What should I know about this book?;
Chapter 2 Neurology;
Chapter 3 Treatment issues;
Chapter 4 Nursing care to enhance wellness;
Chapter 5 Physical therapy;
Chapter 6 Occupational therapy;
Chapter 7 Speech
and voice disorders;
Chapter 8 Swallowing;
Chapter 9 Cognition;
Chapter 10
Psychosocial issues;
Chapter 11 Stress and emotional issues;
Chapter 12
Sexuality;
Chapter 13 Fertility, pregnancy, childbirth;
Chapter 14
Employment;
Chapter 15 Insurance issues;
Chapter 16 Long-term care;
Chapter
17 Life planning; Appendix A Glossary; Appendix B Medications commonly used
in Multiple Sclerosis; Appendix C National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Consensus Statement; Appendix D Additional readings; Appendix E Resources;
Appendix F Professional biographies of the authors; Index; ;
Rosalind C. Kalb, PhD is the Director of the Professional Resource Centre at the National Multiple Sclerosis Society in New York, developing and providing educational and consultation services to clinicians who care for people with MS. In her private clinical practice, she specialises in the needs of individuals and families living with chronic illness and disability. She serves on the editorial board of several publications, including the International Journal of MS Care, and is the editor of the book Multiple Sclerosis: A Guide for Families.
