MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS
CASE STUDY


MRS. A



START DATE: 1/19/00
40 year old female, diagnosed 1984, Weakness and spasticity in legs, balance, fatigue, vision
Using Avonex for 2 years

1-27-00: Vision improved a little - less blurry distant vision. More energy. Trying to do leg lifts, floor work, helps flexibility - noticed immediately, Sounded a bit more upbeat.

2-11-00: Does not see much more improvement. Still unable to exercise due to plantar fasciitis. Stopped exercising, has not been doing anything and is getting weaker, more trouble going up stairs. Recommended floor exercises. No problem with Avonex.

2-17-00: Started exercising again - Feels "so much better mentally after exercise, physically too. Getting easier, may increase repetitions in a day or two." Explained ankle weights, and exercises.



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