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MN-166 may slow ALS progression over year, trial data suggest

MN-166 (ibudilast), an investigational oral treatment for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), appears to slow disease progression over up to one year of use, according to an analysis of data in an ongoing Phase 2b/3 clinical trial. The interim analysis, required under the study’s design, looked into how well…

How 4 wheels and Velcro help me move through my ALS life

Like many ALS patients, I had a difficult time accepting assistive devices into my life. In my case, a pair of ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs), a rollator, and a mobility scooter challenged my adaptability and sense of myself. But over time, with lots of persistence and support from my caregiver…