| View Larger Image | Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (American Academy of Neurology) | Paperbackby M.D. Robert G. Miller (Author), M.D. Deborah Gelinas (Author), RN Patricia O'Connor (Author)
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| | Binding: | Paperback | | Publisher: | Demos Medical Publishing | | Edition: | 1st Edition | | Page Count: | 246 Pages | | Publication Date: | November 10, 2004 | | Sales Rank: | 719,135th |
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Product Description
ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, cannot be cured, but treatments are now available that can make a major difference in prolonging and enhancing life. Written by clinicians who manage one of the leading ALS centers in the world, this book guides readers through an understanding what ALS is, how it is diagnosed, the management of symptoms, and the drugs that are available to treat the underlying disease process. Chapters cover topics that include nutrition and swallowing; speech, communication, and computer access; mobility; breathing and sleeping; end-of-life care; and much more, including insurance issues and practical tips. Chapters from leading ALS organizations offer a broad list of support services, publications, websites, and other resources. |
CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 4.5 based on 2 reviews)
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Helpful and to the point! I wished they issued an updated edition!!!! by E. Cousins (Atlanta GA)  4 Stars
May 11, 2009
I found the chapters about insurance, clinical trials, and the resources appendix to be really practical and to the point. I have a neurobiology background but I do not know much about ALS: the first chapter provided me with an excellent road map I can take and run as a base to further my education as a health care provider whose relative was just diagnosed.
Thank you!!!
PS Is there a new edition in the pipeline? a 2005 edition is somewhat outdated when it comes to diagnosis, outcomes, therapeutic options, clinical trials, and at times even legal/insurance issues.
I would really appreciate it if someone could give me the heads up on it, or anything else pertaining to ALS education and treatment. I can be contacted through "the bookish trader" on amazon.
Thanks,
ECC
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I have ALS and was surprised this helped.... by Carolyn Sexton (Palos Heights, IL USA)  5 Stars
July 24, 2006
Cover to cover this book enlightened me to what I've expereinced, feared and now need to predict. Having lost my aunt and godmother to this disease made me feel guilty and aprehensive. I taught religion for 5 years to 8th graders in addition to my full time job. In the last year I had to tell them the truth about me, I now have ALS, the first group outside my family and very close friends. I did not think reading this book would encourage me to hope but it did. Although most of my family also are reading it too, it almost seems harder for them then me, but in the end its good advice and at least opens the door for good and educated communication when decisions will be needed.
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