Multiple Sclerosis Services We Offer
Because multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease that can affect a patient’s health in a variety of ways, we take a multifaceted approach to creating an individualized treatment plan.
The clinical team at the Multiple Sclerosis Center of Rhode Island includes full-time neurologists who specialize in MS, an MS medical fellow, a full-time registered nurse with specialty training in MS, and infusion nurses.
In addition, we provide multidisciplinary coordination of care with specialists in neuro-ophthalmology, neuropsychology, neuropsychiatry, psychiatry, neuroradiology, neurosurgery, physical medicine and rehabilitation, urology, occupational and speech therapy, and home care.
Together, we provide our patients with the highest level of treatment, education, support, symptom management, and coordination of care.
Services We Offer
- Diagnostic consultation and counseling
- All current treatment protocols, including approved and novel investigational therapies
- A twice-monthly special clinic for newly diagnosed patients that provides extensive education as well as baseline physical and occupational therapy evaluations
- Expert nursing
- Symptom management, which relieves pain, fatigue, spasticity (muscle contraction), depression, and urological problems
- Infusion therapy is offered at two locations, Providence and West Warwick, in comfortable suites that can accommodate several patients. We provide more than 2,000 treatments yearly.
- Management of intrathecal baclofen pumps used to treat spasticity
- A lumbar puncture clinic to perform spinal taps using a Sprotte needle, which minimizes discomfort and limits post-test headaches
- Consultation with the Wheelchair Seating and Mobility Clinic
- Physical therapy
- Reiki therapy
The Multiple Sclerosis Center of Rhode Island is affiliated with the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, enabling us to provide enhanced educational programs and services.
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