Multiple Sclerosis Treatment (Cont.)

 
Multiple Sclerosis Medications That Manage MS Symptoms
There are a few types of multiple sclerosis treatment options available to help manage the symptoms of MS, such as:
 
  • Spasticity
  • Tremors
  • Fatigue
  • Depression
  • Pain
  • Sexual dysfunction.
     
These multiple sclerosis treatment options can include things like botox or baclofen to reduce muscle stiffness (also known as spasticity). Botox is an injection, and baclofen can be given in pill form or through a small, implantable pump.
 
Another multiple sclerosis treatment is deep brain stimulation, which uses a small electrode to stimulate a certain part of the brain. This can reduce the tremors sometimes seen in people with MS.
 

Physical Therapy as a Multiple Sclerosis Treatment

Additional multiple sclerosis treatment options can include physical therapy and occupational therapy.
 
Physical therapy and exercise can help preserve remaining function, and patients may find that various aids -- such as foot braces, canes, and walkers -- can help them remain independent and mobile.
 

The Role of Emotional Support in Multiple Sclerosis Treatment

A very important part of multiple sclerosis treatment is emotional support. You may feel anxiety, anger, and fear. You may need help in getting treatment for the depression that often comes with MS.
 
Caring for someone with active MS requires a team approach. In addition to physicians and nurses, other members of your healthcare team may include:
 
  • Physical therapist
  • Occupational therapist
  • Social worker
  • Counselor.
 
The goal is to enable you to be as independent as possible while helping you deal with the intense emotional feelings that often accompany a disease that can become disabling.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD