ALS

Question 1

what is ALS?

Answer 1

motor neuron disease. there is no cure

Question 2

what kind of etiology does MS have?

Answer 2

unclear (insidous)

Question 3

what is the typical age of diagnosis

Answer 3

40-70 years, avg of 55

Question 4

what is the average survival rate?

Answer 4

2-5 post diagnosis

Question 5

How does early ALS present?

Answer 5

muscle weakness, tightness, cramping, fasciculations, symptoms appear in UEs or LE’s. May report dropping items, falls, or fine motor problems

Question 6

how does middle ALS present?

Answer 6

widespread weakness, muscle atrophy, muscle shortnening, trouble speaking, swalling and breathing. affective changes possible

Question 7

how does late
/final ALS present

Answer 7

general paralysis to an inability, to move, swallow and speak. respiratory failure

Question 8

what does ALS intervetnion need to be?

Answer 8

collabrative and effective

Question 9

what are ALS intervention goals?

Answer 9

maximize function
improve independence, safety and QoL
being proactive about maintaing independence and preventing complications

Question 10

what are ALS specific intervetnions?

Answer 10

therapeutic exercise
energy conservation
AT. DME Splinting
caregiver training