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What are the future directions for managing multiple sclerosis?

April 26, 2017directions future managing multiple sclerosis

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What are the future directions for managing multiple sclerosis?

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There is a great deal of ongoing research in multiple sclerosis, and there continues to be a focus on the immune system in investigational therapies. In addition, scientists are trying to develop techniques that allow brain cells to generate new myelin or that prevent neuronal death. Other promising approaches include the use of precursor (neuronal stem or progenitor) cells that could be implanted into the brain or spinal cord to repopulate areas of missing cells. Future therapy may involve methods designed to improve impulses traveling over the damaged nerves. Scientists also are exploring the effects of diet on multiple sclerosis. Multiple Sclerosis At A Glance • Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease which progressively injures the nerves of the brain and spinal cord. • Injury to the nerves in multiple sclerosis may be reflected by alterations of virtually any sensory or motor (muscular) function in the body. • The cause of multiple sclerosis is unknown, but it has become widely accep