The signs of ALS are simple yet severe. Difficulty carrying out simple everyday activities, slurred speech, cramps, and overall …show more content…
There is physical therapy that would help rebuild muscle strength. There is supportive car4e with artificial respiration to keep the lungs working. Then there are medicines like muscle relaxants and glutamate blockers that prevent the destruction of nerve cells. There is gastronomy which is the insertion of a feeding tube once the body gets to that point. As well as a tracheotomy which opens the windpipe so that the patient would be able to breathe. There is also the possibility of seeing a neurologist which works with the nervous system diseases, a Pulmonologist which specializes in pulmonary diseases, and a respiratory therapist which help improve respiratory