Med-Alert Systems: Important Features for People with ALS By: Amy Roman, MS, CCC-SLP Many people with ALS require some type of alerting system to gain the attention of caregivers. In my last article, Alerting Systems For The Home, I described various systems to alert a caregiver within the house when you have
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By Melody Fung, O.T. R/L Occupational Therapist 5 Features Power Tilt and Recline: These two functions enable you to perform adjustment of back and hip angles independently. They provide pressure re-distribution and postural support to reduce the risk of skin breakdown. Tilt and recline are also essential
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By: Susan Woolley, Ph.D. Neuropsychologist. For a minority of pALS, the disease affects thinking, not just muscles. It is estimated that 15% of pALS experience dementia, which is called Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD). Family members often notice this before the person with ALS. Sometimes it causes dramatic changes
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