Primary progressive multiple sclerosis
Subtitle: what you need to know
By: Nancy J. Holland, Jack S. Burks, Diana M. Schneider
Contributors: Burks, Jack S.; Schneider, Diana M.
Publisher: DiaMedica Publishing
Published: 2010
Place of publication: New York, NY
Language: eng
Number of pages: 166
ISBN-13: 9780982321904
Subjects: Chronic Progressive Multiple Sclerosis; Multiple sclerosis; Multiple Sclerosis
Other titles: Progressive multiple sclerosis; Multiple sclerosis
Description: Primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS) affects approximately 10% of the MS population, and is characterized by a steady decline in function, without relapses. This book is geared to the wide variety of physical and emotional issues of people with PPMS and their families. It explains the nature and characteristics of the disease, as well as comprehensive multidisciplinary management.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (143-156) and index.
Table of contents: title: Facts about primary progressive multiple sclerosis; title: Maintaining and improving health and function; title: Quality of life : happiness is a state of mind, not of health; title: Appendices.