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Multiple Sclerosis Treatment Directory
MS treatment seeks to reduce symptoms and decrease the rate of progression of the disease. Early treatment is the key to managing MS because it helps prevent irreparable damage to the nerves. Disease-modifying therapies, ongoing treatments that you will take indefinitely, and medications that treat advanced MS are the main types of medications used. Physical and occupational therapy are also usually recommended. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how MS treatments help relieve symptoms, prevent nervous system damage, and much more.
Medical Reference
Disease-Modifying Drugs to Slow the Progression of MS
WebMD looks at disease-modifying drugs, their uses and side effects , and explains how they slow the progression of multiple sclerosis.
Interferon Beta Drugs for Multiple Sclerosis
Your body makes interferons. A man-made version of them can treat multiple sclerosis (MS), especially interferon betas. Learn about when doctors use them, how well they work, their risks, and side effects.
Multiple Sclerosis and Novantrone Therapy
Learn how the immune system suppressant drug called Novantrone can be used to treat multiple sclerosis.
How Botulinum Toxin Can Treat Your MS
WebMD explains how injections with Botox may reduce arm spasms in people with multiple sclerosis.
Features
Multiple Sclerosis: Importance of Early Treatment
Today experts agree that new disease-modifying drugs can change the course of MS.
Get Relief From Your Multiple Sclerosis Pain
Find out how you can ease pain from multiple sclerosis, including OTC drugs, muscle relaxants, and methods like biofeedback and cognitive behavioral therapy.
What Are the Side Effects of Multiple Sclerosis Drugs?
There are several drugs for multiple sclerosis on the market, each with their own benefits -- and also their own side effects. Get to know what to expect from different medicines, and what you can do about them.
Is Your MS Treatment Working?
How to talk with your doctor when you have questions or concerns about your MS treatment.
Video
MS Profile: A Young Mother's Story
Pregnancy seems to slow the advance of MS in some women.
MS Profile: One Man's Struggle
While treatment can stabilize a person's MS, there is much the disease can take away.
Exploring Advances in MS Treatments
Emerging data offers hope that more effective treatments for Multiple Sclerosis could be just around the corner.
How will I know if my Multiple Sclerosis medication is working?
How will I know if my Multiple Sclerosis medication is working?
Slideshows & Images
A Visual Guide to Multiple Sclerosis
Learn more from this WebMD slideshow about multiple sclerosis, or MS -- its cause, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and other facts.
Signs of Multiple Sclerosis Relapse Slideshow
Slideshow: Famous Faces of Multiple Sclerosis
Ways to Treat Multiple Sclerosis
Find out how medicine and lifestyle changes can help you manage the symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS).