Fall Prevention: Take Action!

Learn strategies for staying safe, active & independent

Each year, millions of adults aged 65 and older fall. Falls can cause moderate to severe injuries, such as hip fractures and head traumas, and can increase the risk of early death. Fortunately, falls are a public health problem that is largely preventable. (CDC). Learn about the risk factors and what you can do to prevent falls so that you can stay active and independent.

Neurological Exercise Group

Gentle stretch and strength exercises done in a chair and standing. For patients affected by neurological disorders such as Parkinson’s, Stroke and Multiple Sclerosis

Tuesdays, 1:00 – 1:50 p.m.

$20/four-week session (once per week)

EvergreenHealth is enrolling for overactive bladder in MS study

The *MIRROR STUDY* is now enrolling patients with MS and overactive bladder. 

The EvergreenHealth MS Center is looking for subjects with multiple sclerosis (MS) and overactive bladder (bladder urgency or loss of bladder control) to participate in a 12 week study that combines behavioral modification with pelvic floor muscle strengthening exercises and oral medication.

Contact: Research Coordinator, Shalom Kilcup @ 425-899-5369

EvergreenHealth MS Center @ 425-899-5350

MIRROR Research Study

Evergreen MS Center

Contact:  Shalom Kilcup

Phone: 425-899-5369

Trial to measure bone density in Gilenya™ patients

The MS Center at EvergreenHealth is now enrolling for MS-BMD - a trial to study the possible effects of disease modifying therapies on bone density in patients with Multiple Sclerosis. 

The MS-BMD trial will measure bone density changes in patients treated with Gilenya™ versus other FDA approved MS therapies or no therapy. This trial will last about 2 years and include at least 6 visits to our clinic.

Neuro-Nutrition Class

An interactive class and discussion group for people who live

with Parkinson’s Disease, MS and other neurologic conditions.

The focus of these classes will be to learn more about how to:

• Plan a good basic diet that provides the nutrition your body needs
• Understand the calories needed to achieve or maintain a reasonable weight
• Develop eating strategies to prevent GI issues like constipation and slow digestion
• Schedule meals for best medication action
• Protect your energy by planning and preparing meals

Safety study of drug to treat walking impairment in MS

ADS-AMT-MS201

Safety and Efficacy of ADS-5102 (Amantadine HCl) Extended Release Capsules in Patients With Multiple Sclerosis and Walking Impairment

Description

This is a multi-center, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, 2-arm, parallel group study of ADS-5102 extended release (ER) capsules, an investigational formulation of amantadine, dosed once daily at bedtime for the treatment of walking impairment in MS. 

Mood & Cognition in MS: What You Can Do

About 60 to 65 percent of people living with MS experience some degree of change in cognition, and more than half of people living with MS experience mood changes at some point in the course of their disease.  Our understanding of the role that cognition and mood play in a person’s experience of multiple sclerosis has expanded dramatically in recent years. 

Hippotherapy and Functional Improvements in Individuals with MS

Hippotherapy (also known as equine therapy) is a unique form of rehabilitative therapy believed to be beneficial for individuals with multiple sclerosis.  Both the shape of the horse’s back and its movements can help stretch hip joints and reduce both pain and spasticity in leg muscles. 

Therapeutic Yoga for Multiple Sclerosis

Build confidence, resilience and stability through this therapeutically designed class specific for people living with MS. Increase your flexibility and calm your nervous system with this safe and compassionate program.

Our therapeutic teacher team’s extensive adaptive yoga training and experience will facilitate your understanding of how to restore, renew and regenerate your energy. Join us for a heartfelt exploration into health, wholeness and well-being. Class is accessible for all levels and capacity.

Neuro-Nutrition Class

An interactive class and discussion group for people who live with Parkinson’s Disease, MS and other neurologic conditions.

The focus of these classes will be to learn more about how to:

• Plan a good basic diet that provides the nutrition your body needs 
• Understand the calories needed to achieve or maintain a reasonable weight 
• Develop eating strategies to prevent GI issues like constipation and slow digestion 
• Schedule meals for best medication action 
• Protect your energy by planning and preparing meals

Ongoing MS Programs for 2015

Registration or information: 

Call 425.899.3000 

Mon.- Fri., 7am-7pm or 24/7 

Online at: 
www.evergreenhealth.com

Multiple Sclerosis Self-Help Group

Find comfort and strength with your peers as you learn, cope, laugh and celebrate the challenges and successes of living with MS. The group is sponsored by the National MS Society and is facilitated by trained volunteers, committed to helping others and who have personal experience with MS.

Evergreen Men’s Group

Come join other men with neurological concerns (MS, Parkinson’s and Stroke) to explore what is happening to our minds and bodies as we look for ways to cope and to thrive in spite of our limitations.

EvergreenHealth Striders raise $915 for MS

More than two dozen members of the EvergreenHealth Striders MS Walk team joined an estimated 4,000 runners and walkers who laced up their shoes and participated in the 2015 Walk April 12. The EvergreenHealth team far surpassed its goal of $500 and raised $915 for MS research.

The heart of the matter: cardiovascular wellness and multiple sclerosis (MS)

People with MS are not immune to health problems that accompany a sedentary lifestyle.  High blood pressure (hypertension) and high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia) are found in more than 10% of people with MS, increasing with age.  High cholesterol profiles, particularly high LDL-cholesterol and total cholesterol levels have recently been associated with more disease progression and more activity on MRI in MS. 

Life is about so much more than Multiple Sclerosis

If you have been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, or know someone who has been diagnosed, consider the Sunbeam Study. Visit SunbeamStudy.com or contact the participating physician below.