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Multiple Sclerosis Treatments

Multiple Sclerosis Treatments

Multiple sclerosis (MS) has no known cure. But treatments can help. Our doctors can help you manage symptoms, decrease flare-ups and slow disease progression.

We provide collaborative and dedicated care at the Emory MS and Autoimmune Neurology Center. Our doctors and scientists also lead research projects and clinical trials to improve MS treatment. You may also have access to new treatments by participating in a clinical study.

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Integrative Treatments for MS

Our specialists provide team-based evaluations and treatment plans. You get access to a full line of therapies and integrative care from experts in:

  • Cognitive evaluations and treatments to evaluate and treat any memory problems
  • Counseling
  • Neuro-ophthalmology (treating vision problems connected to the nervous system)
  • Neurorehabilitation
  • Physical therapy
  • Specialty evaluations like referrals to sleep medicine and psychiatry, among others
  • Urological evaluations and treatment (treating urinary or reproductive systems)
  • Pain management
  • Physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) for management of spasticity with Botox

Our doctors also participate in clinical trials and research to identify new treatments for multiple sclerosis.

Medications for MS

Medications can help with managing symptoms as well as reducing relapses and slowing progression of disease. These treatments include:

  • Disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) (reducing the frequency of relapses)
  • Relapse management medications (speeding your recovery time after an attack)

To treat common symptoms of MS, our doctors may prescribe other medicines, such as:

  • Antidepressants
  • Anti-seizure medicines
  • Incontinence medications
  • Muscle relaxants
  • Nerve pain medication
  • Stimulants or medications to help with fatigue

MS Therapies

The Emory MS Center offers therapies to help you maintain your independence and quality of life. Our treatments include:

  • Complementary therapies like massage or acupuncture can help with mobility and pain.
  • Counseling supports your mental health and mood.
  • Occupational therapy can help you perform everyday activities.
  • Physical therapy strengthens and stretches your muscles.

Lifestyle Changes for MS

Additional practices and recommendations can also help you manage your condition. Your MS doctor will not only treat your disease with medications but will counsel you and provide lifestyle changes that will help with your disease. Additionally, they may refer you to get additional services, such as:

  • Assistive devices such as a cane, brace or walker to walk
  • Eyeglasses to enhance your vision
  • Low-impact exercise such as walking and yoga to improve your flexibility and balance
  • Nutritional plans to support a healthy diet and supplement vitamin D
  • Stress management, such as meditation, to help limit flare-ups
  • Support groups to provide community and resources

Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple sclerosis is a chronic disease that affects your brain and spinal cord and can impact your mobility, vision, balance and more.

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Emory Healthcare doctors provide specialized treatment and research the latest advancements.

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Make an Appointment with Emory Neurology & Neurosurgery

Create a MyChart account to schedule online.

For the neurology department, call 404-778-3444.

For the neurosurgery department, call 404-778-5770.

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Make an Appointment with Emory Neurology & Neurosurgery

Create a MyChart account to schedule online.

For the neurology department, call 404-778-3444.

For the neurosurgery department, call 404-778-5770.