Military veterans are twice as likely to develop amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) as those who haven’t served in the military. MORE: Explaining the progression of ALS Despite extensive research into the topic, scientists are still unable to find the link between serving in the military and developing ALS.  According to the…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FvC5KheFWG8 This video from Patients Like Me is all about Cris, who is a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Cris also has amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). She was diagnosed two years ago but hasn’t had the time to sit around and get depressed about her diagnosis. In between spending time with…
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects motor neurons, or nerve cells that control muscle movement, causing their death. Rilutek (riluzole), Tiglutik (riluzole oral suspension), and Radicava (edaravone) are the only medications currently approved to treat…
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as motor neuron disease and Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a rare condition characterized by the degeneration of nerve cells that control voluntary muscles. The disease leads to gradually worsening symptoms that include muscle weakness, twitching, and stiffness. As more…
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurological disease that results in the death of nerve cells called motor neurons in the brain and spinal cord. These neurons control voluntary muscles. Progression of ALS The early symptoms of ALS include muscle weakness…
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has expanded its approval of Dysport (abobotulinumtoxinA) as a  treatment for spasticity in adults from not just the upper limbs but to the lower limbs as well, according to its maker, Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals. Spasticity can affect those with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), multiple sclerosis, cerebral…
Many people suffer from fasciculations or muscle twitching, and most of the time, it’s caused by drinking too much coffee, a lack of sleep or a trapped nerve. However, repeated episodes of fasciculations could be a sign of a neuromuscular disorder such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). MORE: An overview…
The Muscular Dystrophy Association, in collaboration with the Lewin Group, has calculated the average cost of caring for three of the most common neuromuscular disorders. MORE:Â Most with chronic conditions find the Affordable Care Act beneficial The study looks at both medical and non-medical costs associated…
In this video from the ALS Association, discover some of the signs and symptoms of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The film explains that the symptoms often appear very slowly at first and can vary greatly from person to person. MORE: Do firefighters have an increased risk…
Last updated Dec. 1, 2022, by Teresa Carvalho, MS  Fact-checked by Inês Martins, PhD What is Rilutek for ALS? Rilutek (riluzole) is an oral treatment that works to delay the decline in respiratory function and extend survival in people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The brand-name medication…
