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What goes wrong when a person has MS?What drugs are used to treat MS?When should I consider complementary and alternative medicine to treat my MS?What can I do to keep myself as healthy as possible despite my MS?How common is depression in MS?The thoroughly revised and updated fourth edition of the classic Multiple Sclerosis; The Questions You Have, The Answers You Need continues to be the definitive guide for everyone concerned with this disease those who have MS, those who share their lives with someone who has it, and all healthcare professionals involved with its management. It covers a wide range of topics in an accessible question and answer format that allows people to easily find the information they need. Within each section, MS experts including neurologists, nurses, rehabilitation and mental health professionals, lawyers, and insurance and employment experts, answer the questions they have been asked most frequently over the course of their careers. Each chapter is designed to cover the full spectrum of the disease from the time of diagnosis through the complex challenges that can arise if the disease progresses. 214 297 Rosalind C. Kalb, PhD - Dr. Rosalind Kalb, a clinical psychologist, is Director of the Professional Resource Center at the National Multiple Sclerosis Society in New York, where she develops and provides educational and consultation services to clinicians who care for people with MS. In her private clinical practice, she specializes 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. Worldwide 52.49 POD 52.49 POD 43.99 POD 26.99 POD 48.99 POD ReadHowYouWant ReadHowYouWant ReadHowYouWant ReadHowYouWant ReadHowYouWant
9781458756008 Epilepsy: Patient and Family Guide, 3rd Edition Patient and Family Guide, 3rd Edition [Large Print] Devinsky, Orrin ReadHowYouWant ReadHowYouWant 20100507 Active Paperback 536 234 156 01 HEA039110 Epilepsy is the most common neurologic disorder in children, adults, and the elderly, affecting over 2.7 million people in the United States. Every year almost 200,000 people will be diagnosed with epilepsy and will face drastic lifestyle changes - but a proper understanding of epilepsy is the first step toward managing this disease and living life to the fullest. Epilepsy: Patient and Family Guide, 3rd Edition offers a comprehensive and authoritative discussion of epilepsy for the patient. Written by a leading expert in the field, this extensively updated third edition incorporates many comments and suggestions from real patients and their families. This guide will answer commonly asked questions about epilepsy, dispel uncertainties and fears, and encourage those diagnosed with epilepsy to become strong advocates in their medical care. Ideal for patients or parents of children with epilepsy, this book discusses: The nature and diversity of seizures; The factors that can cause or prevent seizures; The most current information about all antiepileptic drugs; Medical, surgical, and alternative therapies for seizures; Legal, financial, and employment issues Epilepsy: Patient and Family Guide, 3rd Edition is an authoritative, go-to resource for all aspects of life with epilepsy. Worldwide 49.99 POD 49.99 POD 42.99 POD 26.99 POD 45.99 POD ReadHowYouWant ReadHowYouWant ReadHowYouWant ReadHowYouWant ReadHowYouWant
9781458753342 There is Room at the Inn: Inns and B&Bs for Wheelers and Slow Walkers [Large Print] Harrington, Candy B. ReadHowYouWant ReadHowYouWant 20100415 Active Paperback 348 234 156 01 TRV025000 Many wheelers and slow walkers interested in travel assume that inns and bed and breakfasts will be inconvenient, inaccessible, or unaccommodating. Candy Harrington debunks this myth in There is Room at the Inn: Inns and B&Bs for Wheelers and Slow Walkers. She shows that inns and B&B's can actually be more accessible than many hotels, and than inn staff and management are often personally invested in accommodating their guests. Through a combination of personal experience, on-site visits, and interviews with innkeepers and other travelers, Harrington has discovered the most friendly and accessible properties, and brings her expert recommendations to the reader. Harrington's list includes not just the most accessible inns, but those in which the staff and management are the most wheelchair-positive. She includes a variety of locations from every area of the country, and also based her selection on wheelchair accessible activities and attractions in the surrounding area. With her personal, engaging style, and clear writing, Candy Harrington reminds the reader that everyone is entitled to travel, and that, with a little advice and planning, it can be fulfilling and rewarding for everyone. Worldwide 39.99 POD 39.99 POD 33.99 POD 25.99 POD 33.99 POD ReadHowYouWant ReadHowYouWant ReadHowYouWant ReadHowYouWant ReadHowYouWant
9781458762030 Peripheral Neuropathy When the Numbness, Weakness and Pain won't Stop [Large Print] Latov, Norman ReadHowYouWant ReadHowYouWant 20091224 Active Paperback 224 234 156 01 MED056000 Peripheral neuropathy affects 10 to 20 million people in the U.S, including ten per cent of all people who have diabetes. This condition has numerous causes, but can be associated with diseases such as HIV, alcoholism, and lupus, and may result from treatments for other medical conditions, such as cancer chemotherapy. Symptoms include pain, numbness, loss of balance, and tingling in the extremities. Although a widespread condition, most people dont know about it, and when diagnosed find it difficult to obtain information. Peripheral Neuropathy, by Norman Latov, Professor of Neurology at the Weill Medical College of Cornell University, explains what we know about neuropathy, including its causes and manifestations, and what can be done to manage it. Worldwide 34.99 POD 34.99 POD 27.99 POD 23.99 POD 28.99 POD ReadHowYouWant ReadHowYouWant ReadHowYouWant ReadHowYouWant ReadHowYouWant
9781459660366 Understanding Pain What It Is, Why It Happens, and How It's Managed [Large Print] III, Harry Gould ReadHowYouWant ReadHowYouWant 20130301 Active Paperback 304 234 156 01 HEA000000 An estimated 50 million Americans suffer from chronic pain, and an additional 25 million experience acute pain as a result of surgery or injury. Many people assume they must live with pain, but this is simply untrue. Most pain can be managed or greatly eased with proper pain management; however, the reality is that most pain goes untreated, under-treated, or improperly treated. With proper management the overall health, well-being, and quality of life of millions of Americans can be improved. Understanding Pain provides a comprehensive guide for individuals who do not have medical training yet experience chronic pain and wish to improve their understanding about the problem they live with each day. Chapters include: Explanation and rationale for acute and chronic pain treatments A self-evaluation to collect and organize important information that should be communicated to the healthcare provider An explanation of how pain is perceived and processed by the brain to equip patients with a basis for understanding the selection of treatment options Resources for patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals And much moreÇ This book will help patients understand the multifaceted nature of pain and the range of treatment options available for its management. It will also enable them to communicate more effectively with their doctors and other healthcare providers. This latest volume in the American Academy of Neurology Press Quality of Life Guide series is an essential tool for all individuals coping with chronic pain, caregivers, and allied healthcare professionals. Worldwide 39.99 POD 39.99 POD 28.99 POD 20.99 POD 33.99 POD ReadHowYouWant ReadHowYouWant ReadHowYouWant ReadHowYouWant ReadHowYouWant
9781459609723 Restless Legs Syndrome Coping with Your Sleepless Nights [Large Print] Buchfuhrer, Mark J. ReadHowYouWant ReadHowYouWant 20110123 Active Paperback 432 234 156 01 HEA039110 The Restless Legs Syndrome Foundation estimates that up to 8 percent of the population suffers with restless legs syndrome (RLS). The hallmark of this neurologic disorder is an irresistible urge to move, most commonly at night. It causes uncomfortable sensations often described as creeping, crawling, tugging, burning, or aching feelings in the calves, feet, thighs, and arms. These disruptive symptoms vary in severity and can result in difficulty staying or falling asleep, fatigue, and impaired daytime function resulting from loss of sleep. Written by respected leaders in this field and sponsored by the American Academy of Neurology, Restless Legs Syndrome explains what we know about RLS, including its causes and manifestations, and what can be done to manage it. Topics covered include;Causes, symptoms, and diagnosis Treatments, including drug and non-pharmacologic therapy RLS in children Personal relationships and RLS Resources Lifestyle changes, dealing with daily activities, RLS triggers, and much more This indispensable guide will help millions of people to understand this condition so that they can take control of their lives and make informed decisions. It also will be a useful resource for families, caregivers, and health care providers.
