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Multiple sclerosis [electronic resource]

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Education about multiple sclerosis has traditionally been medically oriented and related to disease and dysfunction. In contrast, this brand-new second edition of the Guide continues to focus on staying well in the presence of MS, a disease that - while incurable - can be managed. The book covers a broad spectrum of topics related to MS and its effects, focusing especially on the needs of those who have been living with the disease for some time. Practical tips on self-care are designed to promote maximum independence, well-being, and productivity. The theme of the book - wellness - can be des

כותר Multiple sclerosis [electronic resource] : a self-care guide to wellness / Nancy J. Holland, June Halper.
מהדורה 2nd ed.
מוציא לאור New York : Demos : Paralyzed Veterans of America
שנה c2005
הערות Description based upon print version of record.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 181-185) and index.
English
הערת תוכן ותקציר An overview of multiple sclerosis / Joseph B. Guarnaccia and John Booss -- Hope through research / Patricia O'Looney -- Disease management / June Halper -- Fatigue / June Halper -- Pain management / Mary Ann Picone -- Maintaining joint flexibility and mobility / June Halper and Nancy J. Holland -- Bladder and bowel management / Nancy J. Holland and Margie O'Leary -- Skin care / Linda Guiod -- Addressing cognitive problems / Nicholas G. LaRocca and Rosalind C. Kalb -- Adjusting to changes in sexual function in MS / Frederick W. Foley and Audrey Sorgen -- Understanding complementary and alternative treatment / Patricia Kennedy and Nancy J. Holland -- General health issues / June Halper -- Exercise options and wellness programs / Brian Hutchinson and Richard W. Hicks -- Your lungs and heart / Linda Lehman and June Halper -- The role of nutrition in multiple sclerosis / Susan Goodman -- Coping and stress management / Rosalind C. Kalb and Nicholas G. LaRocca -- Work, family, and community participation / Nancy T. Law and Beverly Noyes -- Driving and other transportation issues / Frances Tromp van Holst and Teresa Valois -- Fitness and recreation / James H. Rimmer -- Making your home safer and more accessible / Thomas D. Davies and Carol Peredo Lopez -- Managing financial resources / Thomas Stripling and Dorothy E. Northrop -- Health insurance options / Dorothy E. Northrop -- Community living options / Debra Frankel -- Obtaining personal assistance / Debra Frankel and Pamela F. Cavallo -- Helpful resources for people with MS / Deborah Hertz and Nancy J. Holland -- Medications commonly used in multiple sclerosis -- Glossary.
היקף החומר 1 online resource (290 p.)
שפה אנגלית
מספר מערכת 997010708182705171
תצוגת MARC

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