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Multiple Sclerosis and Quality of Life   You are here: Welcome to the Center > Multiple Sclerosis and Quality of Life     The Multiple Sclerosis and Quality of Life program is for men and women at any stage or severity of multiple sclerosis. Working as partners, we help you: optimize mental, emotional, spiritual and physical health; minimize the impact of stress and anxiety; gain perspective on illness and larger life goals.   At diagnosis: Control anxiety   Develop a long-term support strategy During ongoing treatment: Maximize therapeutic effects   Reduce pain and other symptoms   Reinforce mind-body skills for stress reduction   Support and teach caregivers to avoid burnout Every care plan combines treatment of symptoms and complaints with a focus on achieving the highest possible level of overall wellness, both physical and emotional. For example: Nutrition and Supplements - Maintain a healthful diet and correct deficiencies Acupuncture - Unique approach to effective symptom relief and overall wellness Western and Chinese Herbs - Maximize immune function and treat long-term effects of illness Reiki, Imagery, Meditation and Spiritual Direction - Provide energy, balance and powerful tools to relax and cope with treatment and other stresses Massage, Yoga, Alexander Technique - Maintain flexibility, mobility and movement control

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