How Home Care Providers from Visiting Angels McKinney Help Seniors Manage Multiple Sclerosis
Learn how our home care providers help seniors living with multiple sclerosis (MS) in McKinney, Allen, Frisco, Prosper and surrounding areas in Collin County, TX get the support and assistance they need
A multiple sclerosis (MS) diagnosis can prompt a lot of questions. Will your loved one’s symptoms get worse? Will your loved one need professional senior care? Unanswered questions can lead to fear and anxiety. Learning as much as possible and creating a plan will help you find the support your loved one needs.
Visiting Angels McKinney can help your loved one manage their symptoms and live safely and comfortably at home with expert care from our home care providers.
What Is MS?
MS is considered an autoimmune disease affecting the central nervous system, according to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Symptoms may be very minor or be more severe. It is completely impossible to predict. It isolates different sections of the brain from the rest of the body. Most MS patients are diagnosed between the ages of 20 and 40.
What Causes MS?
When the immune system attacks the nervous system, it impairs nerve transmission. Viruses, immunology and genetics all contribute to the development of MS, but there is no proven cause.
What Are the Symptoms of MS?
Early symptoms often impact the patient’s vision. Common symptoms include blurred vision, vision loss and color blindness.
Other symptoms include:
- Numbness or tingling
- Fatigue
- Weakness
- Dizziness
- Difficulty walking
- Involuntary muscle spasms
- Bladder and bowel problems
- Cognitive and emotional changes
- Pain
- Depression
Is There a Cure for MS?
There is no known cure for MS. Managing MS symptoms is a lifelong process. It is true that prescription medication helps to relieve symptoms; it is also true that physical therapy and braces, as well as mobility aids, can assist with this. It is highly likely that a team of medical professionals will be required for your loved one's treatment: doctors, therapists, neurologists, nurses and mental health professionals. Family members may be asked to pitch in with the day-to-to-day chores.
If caring for your loved one becomes overwhelming, consider hiring professional home care providers from Visiting Angels McKinney.
MS and Muscle Weakness in Seniors
Multiple sclerosis is primarily diagnosed in early adulthood but can be detected in later years. As the prognosis for MS patients increases and the population ages, more of our seniors will have MS. Muscle weakness is a primary concern because it is both a symptom of the disease and a symptom of aging. People living with MS are at an increased risk of falling, so the risk is compounded for a senior with MS. At Visiting Angels McKinney, our fall prevention solutions can help your loved one stay safe in their own home.
How Visiting Angels Helps Seniors in Collin County Manage MS
If your loved one has MS, it’s likely that he or she will eventually need care at home. It could be a combination of help from a family caregiver and the senior care team at Visiting Angels McKinney.
Our home care providers can assist with:
- Personal Care: We assist with meal planning and preparation, light housekeeping, errands and transportation to appointments, mobility assistance, medication reminders and personal hygiene.
- Companion Care: We fulfill your loved one's needs for social interaction and emotional support.
- Respite Care: We provide interim care to allow family caregivers a well-deserved break to relax and recharge.
If your loved one lives in Collin County and needs help with managing symptoms of multiple sclerosis from a reliable home care provider, contact Visiting Angels McKinney today to set up a free consultation.