SLEEP DISTURBANCE AND MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS

SLEEP DISTURBANCE AND MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS

Abbey J. Hughes, PhD
Department of Rehabilitation Medicine
University of Washington School of Medicine

Original Document Available at: http://www.nationalmssociety.org/NationalMSSociety/media/MSNationalFiles/Documents/Sleep_Hughes_2016.pdf

Introduction 

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease characterized by loss of myelin (demyelination) and damage to nerve fibers (neurodegeneration) in the central nervous system (CNS). MS is associated with a diverse range of physical, cognitive, emotional, and behavioral symptoms, and can significantly interfere with daily functioning and overall quality of life. MS directly impacts the CNS by causing demyelinating lesions, or plaques, in the brain, spinal cord, and optic nerve; by contributing to overall tissue loss (atrophy) in these areas; and by interrupting communication between key neural pathways that are needed to maintain regular sensory and motor function. [...] 

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Multiple Sclerosis CCSVI Treatment at The Clinics of the Heart

Multiple Sclerosis CCSVI Treatment at The Clinics of the Heart

What is CCSVI?

CCSVI, or Chronic Cerebro-Spinal Venous Insufficiency, is a condition in which the jugular and azygous veins, which drain blood from the brain and spinal cord to the rest of the body, are narrowed, malformed, missing or otherwise blocked. Dr. Paolo Zamboni of the University of Ferrara has conducted extensive multiple sclerosis research that indicates that CCSVI could be one of the causes of MS, and a link to finding an effective MS treatment. [...] 

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Coronary Care and Heart Disease Treatments in Mexico by Clinics of the Heart

Coronary Care and Heart Disease Treatments in Mexico by Clinics of the Heart

A variety of Endovascular Intervention procedures are performed by the skilled, board-certified specialists at Clinics of the Heart, located at the modern Costamed Hospital in Cozumel, Mexico. Please contact us regarding any of these treatments and procedures. Mexico’s top doctors provide the best service at the lowest price. Coronary care in Mexico has become more popular due to the recognized top flight medical care and the much lower prices than in the U.S. [...] 

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Drug Free Multiple Sclerosis Treatments…The Future is Now

Drug Free Multiple Sclerosis Treatments…The Future is Now

Traditional Treatments for MS

The MS infrastructure is a research-pharmaceutical complex populated by neurologists and MS societies that is currently based on the unproven theory that MS is an autoimmune condition. This theory, taught in medical schools, has spawned a drug industry that is expected to grow to more than 20 billion dollars by 2017. So it’s not surprising that most MS neurologists are skeptical and even dismissive of all drug-free therapy and treatments. Neurologists who are and have been the traditional MS gatekeepers are focused on breakthroughs of new drugs, all of which are designed to alleviate MS symptoms, while none of them treat the underlying cause. [...] 

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Crowdfunding Offers Hope to MS Patients Seeking CCSVI Treatment Abroad

Crowdfunding Offers Hope to MS Patients Seeking CCSVI Treatment Abroad

Speaking from the Heart

More and more patients in need of medical treatment are using a variety of online crowdfunding services like www.giveforward.com to raise money to pay for the medical procedure that will hopefully allow them to enjoy better health and their dream of a better quality of life. These patients are looking to medical tourism because they are either uninsured, under-insured or choose to seek quality healthcare abroad because of the availability of treatments. [...] 

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Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Stem Cell Treatment

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Stem Cell Treatment

Multiple Sclerosis/Neurological Diseases

For any patient, being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis is both stressful and terrifying. The lack of a cure leads to much of the fear and emotional distress. It’s important for doctors, as well as patients and family members accompanying their loved one to appointments, to consider the many treatment plans that slow the progression of the disease. It’s important for doctors, patients, and loved ones in a supportive role to consider newer, drug-free methods along with traditional medications and surgical treatments. Stem cell treatments are gaining steam and proving to be incredibly useful tools in the battle against neurological diseases, like multiple sclerosis, that have no known cure. [...] 

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Multiple Sclerosis Stem Cell Treatment

Multiple Sclerosis Stem Cell Treatment

Combined CCSVI & Stem Cell Treatment

The combined CCSVI venoplasty/stem cell treatment for multiple sclerosis is performed by Dr. Rafael Moguel at the Clinics of the Heart in Cozumel, Mexico. It offers additional ways to obtain improvements, the first by enhancing blood flow to the brain through balloon venoplasty of the jugular and azygous veins, the second by increasing the chance for neuron recovery in the presence of new cells (stem cells). We can expect maximum benefits while performing both procedures at the same time. [...] 

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CCSVI for MS in Cozumel, Mexico – Step by Step

CCSVI for MS in Cozumel, Mexico – Step by Step

Dear Clinics of the Heart Patient,

We are pleased that you have chosen Dr. Rafael Moguel’s Clinics of the Heart to have your CCSVI/MS procedure performed with us at our facilities in the modern Costamed Hospital in beautiful Cozumel, Mexico.

By now, you have given us the information we require regarding your condition and your needs to provide you with the finest medical care and travel logistics to make your journey a pleasant, seamless and succesful one. [...] 

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Multiple Sclerosis Treatment in Mexico – Step by Step

Multiple Sclerosis Treatment in Mexico – Step by Step

Contact Us

Contact Kandy Stahl, Patient Liaison, at info@clinicsoftheheart.com with any questions or to make your appointment. There is no waiting list and a couple of weeks advance notice is usually sufficient, although patients who request immediate attention are welcome. Patients and travel companions must have a valid Passport.

Make Travel Arrangements

After communicating with Kandy, reserve your flights at your own convenience and forward your flight itinerary to info@clinicsoftheheart.com . If you prefer, Kandy can assist you with this process. Your treatment appointment confirmation will be sent to you via e-mail within 24 hours. [...] 

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Vascular Drug-Free Treatment of CCSVI and Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms

Vascular Drug-Free Treatment of CCSVI and Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms

Traditional and Drug-Free Treatments for MS Symptoms

The MS infrastructure is a research-pharmaceutical complex populated by neurologists and MS societies that is currently based on the unproven theory that MS is an autoimmune condition, this theory taught in medical schools has spawned a drug industry that is expected to grow to more than 20 billion dollars by 2017. So it’s not surprising that most MS neurologists are skeptical and even dismissive of all drug-free therapy and treatments. Neurologists who are and have been the traditional MS gatekeepers are focused on breakthroughs of new drugs all of which designed to alleviate MS symptoms while none of them treat the underlying cause. [...] 

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