Life-Improving Decisions in ALS: Respiratory Support Options

by Wendy Henderson | October 30, 2017

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a disease that progressively shuts down your muscles by attacking certain cells in the brain and spinal cord that are needed to keep muscles moving. Eventually, patients will lose their mobility, have trouble moving, walking, swallowing and even breathing.

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In this video, shared by Les Turner ALS Foundation, learn how to improve ALS patients’ breathing and life quality, as well as the respiratory support options available for patients.

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