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MS Medication Breakthrough

There is new hope for the thousands of Americans suffering from M.S.

A novel drug, called Tysabri, has been shown in new studies to prevent the progression of the disease.

But does it come with a life-threatening side effect?

For patients like, Audrey Greenfeld, who suffers from relapsing multiple sclerosis, any new treatment is a welcome one. “I was diagnosed almost fifteen years ago. I basically have no strength in my right side, and it just kept getting worse,” says Audrey. (Read more about MS Medication Breakthrough)

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NEW M.S. DRUG Stories

NEW M.S. DRUG

New MS drugs are making it easier for MS patients to cope with the difficult illness.
“All of a sudden, sort of felt like the world, the rug was pulled from out under me. The weakness, the feeling, it’s a fatigue that’s very hard to explain,” says Joe Giles.
3 years ago, Joe Giles was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. He tried several medications but they were all giving his terrible side affects.
“There’s high fever, and severe muscle aches,” says Joe. (Read more about NEW M.S. DRUG)

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M.S. AND ALZHEIMER’S DRUG Stories

M.S. AND ALZHEIMER’S DRUG

Taking a drug used for Alzheimer’s disease may help deal with the memory loss experienced by people with multiple sclerosis, according to a study published in the medical journal Neurology.
The finding could help the large percentage, nearly fifty percent of MS patients, who suffer from cognitive problems. (Read more about M.S. AND ALZHEIMER’S DRUG)

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M.S. TREATMENT Stories

M.S. TREATMENT

There is new research out that raises hope for individuals stricken with multiple sclerosis. The study, which examines the effectiveness of IVIG on treatment of MS patients, shows that a drug treatment can slow the development of symptoms and the damage the disease does to the brain. (Read more about M.S. TREATMENT)

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M.S. DRUG Stories

M.S. DRUG

“I was diagnosed with M.S. more than 30 years ago. Back then it was a virtual death sentence because there were no drugs to help you out.” Although her gait is slow, and she uses a cane, Zoe Koplowitz has fought multiple sclerosis since her diagnosis. She has run 18 marathons, finishing dead last each time. (Read more about M.S. DRUG)

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Laser Spinal Surgery Houston, Texas

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It can feel like there is no escape when the terrible pain in your back has turned all the little pleasures in life into nightmares. You%u2019ve thought about surgery, but the possible complications make you nervous. Laser spinal surgery at US Imaging, Inc. in Houston, Texas is the answer.

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Laser Spine Surgery Houston, Texas

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US Imaging, Inc.

US Imaging, Inc.
2525 W Bellfort St. #120
Houston, TX 77054
Call 888-834-5028

When the pain in your back is driving you insane, keeping you from sleeping, making you hesitate to pick up your children or grandchildren, you know that surgery may be the best option. At US Imaging, Inc. in Houston, Texas, laser spine surgery can help you get back to the life you used to have.

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Laser Back Surgery Houston, Texas

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US Imaging, Inc.

US Imaging Inc.
2525 W Bellfort St. #120
Houston, TX 77054
Call 888-834-5028

There is another option besides getting an incision in your back to treat your back pain successfully. Laser back surgery is an option offered US Imaging in Houston, Texas.

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Laser Back Pain Houston, Texas

 US Imaging, Inc.

US Imaging, Inc.

US Imaging, Inc.
2525 W Bellfort St. #120
Houston, TX 77054
Call 888-834-5028

Back surgery results are only effective statistically for two years. Imagine everything that you have to go through when you have major surgery. There is the fear of the unknown actual surgery and time away from family, friends and work. Laser Back Pain surgery focuses on where the problematic vertebrae are. In Houston, Texas, US Imaging will guide you through the process of laser surgery and see that you get the results you deserve.

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