Diseases Description
The type of disorder Multiple Sclerosis is considered
What is a chronic autoimmune disorder.
2.8 million people
How many worldwide are affected by MS?
The pathophysiologic hallmark of MS is
What is the central nervous system?
Includes the brain and spinal cord. But it
The lifetime cost of MS healthcare
What is $1,000,000?
To maintain, regain, or improve physical health and functional capacity
What is the goal of exercise prescription for MS?
Multiple Sclerosis distinction from other disorders
What is nerve demyelination?
It is the breakdown of the myelin sheath on the nerve, reducing the speed of action potential/message transmission.
Between the ages of 20 and 50
When does diagnosis of MS typically occur?
What are B-cells?
It can be 5 times higher than normal
What is the annual medical care cost for a person with MS?
Reduced symptoms and and improves quality of life
What is the general benefits of physical activity for someone with MS?
It interferes with the sendings of nerve signals to the brain, spinal cord and other parts of the body
What does inflammation of the myelin do?
The gender most affected by MS
What is a woman?
Through 2 different pathological processes: focal inflammation and neurodegeneration
How do multiple sclerosis patients manifest?
10 to 25 years slowly
How long can the progress of the symptoms of the disease take?
To avoid excessive buildup of fatigue and heat stress
Why would an intermittent training program be necessary for a person with MS?
Through an MRI a provider can find evidence of myelin damage
How is MS diagnosed?
In North America, Europe, and Australia
Where is prevelence of MS the highest?
demyelination, neuronaxonal degeneration, loss of synapses, dying-back oligodendrogliopathy, tissue injury, and astrogliosis.
What do all pathological events of MS lead to?
Muscle weakness, fatigue, motor function difficulties, visual impairment
What are the symptoms of MS?
People with MS can have problems with thermoregulation
Why is keeping a controlled room temperature important for a person with MS?
an important part of treatment for patients with MS
What is exercise?
In Central and South America and Australia
Where is prevelence of MS lowest?
Relapsing-remitting, primary progressive, secondary progressive, and progressive-relapsing
What are the four courses of progression for MS?
What is the aim of therapy?
Moderate to vigourous when symptoms are not present
What is the ideal target intensity for a person with MS?