Being aware that you suffer from Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is likely shock you at firs; Even though it might help you and your family to make life out of your symptoms, you may still isolate yourself because of fear. SSCN Health Care understands the difference that a diagnosis of MS brings to your life and the notable alterations that you need to make. We can offer home care and support to assist you and your family through the challenging times.
What is MS?
100,000 people across the UK are infected; it’s the most common disease in the central nervous system (the brain, optic nerves and spinal cord) that affects younger adults. The brain transmits data to your body through the central nervous system. MS is an autoimmune disease whereby the immune system mistakenly attacks the myelitis sheath that protects the nerve fibres. This means the data. Common symptoms vary for each person depending on which nerves are affected and the extent of the damage. They may also fluctuate, some people have symptoms for a short period of time and then go symptom-free for months or even years. Others have symptoms more regularly. Generally symptoms worsen over time as the nerves deteriorate. SSCN Health Care can make available to you tailored home care to meet your specific needs. Popular symptoms include overwhelming fatigue, dizzy spells, loss of balance, muscle spasms, numbness, difficulty swallowing and moving arms or legs, bowel and bladder problems, double vision, eye discomfort or loss of vision, memory or other cognitive impairments and sexual dysfunction.
Support to stay well Treatment for MS aims to slow the progression of the disease and control symptoms. In addition to prescription medications, certain therapies and lifestyle changes can improve the condition. SSCN Health Care can provide experienced staff to help you in keeping your quality of life while remaining in your own home. We create a specialised home care plan with you. This might include: Reminding or helping you to take your medicines to manage your symptoms Support with bathing and/or dressing to keep you looking your best Catheter care and continence management to maintain your dignity and comfort Help to establish a regular exercise routine to improve mood and mobility and to strengthen muscles Making sure you have plenty of fluids and a balanced diet with enough fresh fruit and vegetables and fibre to keep you healthy and avoid constipation Assisting with routine household chores and shopping so your home life is as you would like it to be Find out more about MS and the support available from the MS Society.
Support to stay well
Treatment for MS aims to slow the progression of the disease and control symptoms. In addition to prescription medications, certain therapies and lifestyle changes can improve the condition. SSCN Health Care can provide experienced staff to help you in keeping your quality of life while remaining in your own home. We create a specialised home care plan with you. This might include:
- Reminding or helping you to take your medicines to manage your symptoms
- Support with bathing and/or dressing to keep you looking your best
- Catheter care and continence management to maintain your dignity and comfort
- Help to establish a regular exercise routine to improve mood and mobility and to strengthen muscles
- Making sure you have plenty of fluids and a balanced diet with enough fresh fruit and vegetables and fibre to keep you healthy and avoid constipation
- Assisting with routine household chores and shopping so your home life is as you would like it to be
- Find out more about MS and the support available from the MS Society.
Contact your SSCN Health Care office to discuss an MS homecare and support service for you.
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