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Have you or a loved one recently been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)? While this condition presents significant challenges, physical therapy plays a crucial role in ALS symptom management. Through personalized exercises and treatments, the Go Physical Therapy Balance Mobility Aquatics & Cancer Center therapists will work with you and other care team members to help improve your quality of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALS is a progressive neurological disease<\/a> that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord, leading to muscle weakness and eventual loss of control over voluntary movements. Although there\u2019s no cure for ALS, physical therapy provides valuable strategies to slow the decline of function and help you stay active for as long as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the right approach, you or your loved one can continue to engage in meaningful activities and enjoy a higher level of independence. Today, we want to share some ways Go Physical Therapy Balance Mobility Aquatics & Cancer Center can help with ALS symptom management. And if you\u2019d like more information, call our Grand Island, NE clinic to speak to our friendly staff!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Understanding ALS Symptoms in More Depth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

ALS<\/a> affects the nerve cells responsible for controlling voluntary muscles. Over time, these nerve cells deteriorate, leading to muscle weakness and difficulty with movements like walking, speaking, and swallowing. ALS often begins with subtle symptoms such as muscle twitching or weakness in the hands, arms, or legs, but more muscle groups are impacted as it progresses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some additional ALS symptoms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n