Itrathecal Baclofen Trials for Spasticity

The Intrathecal Baclofen Trial is a procedure in which baclofen is directly injected into the spinal canal. After the injection, you are monitored and tested by Dr. Wick, physiatry and a physical therapist to see how the Intrathecal Baclofen affects your spasticity. We will monitor you unto the Baclofen is out of your system, which is approximately eight hours. After the procedure, Dr. Wick will explain your outcome and may recommend further treatment.

Most insurances cover this trial.

If you want more information, please contact Jeremy Clifton at 520-440-2760. 

Free from Falls: The National MS Society's Comprehensive Fall Prevention Program

MS is associated with a high incidence of falls, and they can have equally devastating effects as in the elderly population. Studies have found that approximately half of middle aged and older individuals with MS experienced at least one fall over a 6-month period. These falls are often life-changing, increasing the level of disability and dependence on mobility aids. The National MS Society has developed a new comprehensive fall prevention program for people with MS: Free From Falls. This 8-week curriculum is designed for people living with MS who are able to walk (alone or with one cane, walking stick or crutch) but who may be at risk of falling.

Each week’s 2-hour program has two parts; a discussion component focused on awareness of issues related to falls and an exercise component directed to improving postural alignment, balance, endurance and mobility.

The program will be held at Healthsouth Southern Arizona Rehabilitation Hospital and runs Dec. 1, 8, 15 of 2011 and resumes Jan. 5, 12, 19, 26 and Feb. 2 of 2012.

To register or if you have any questions please contact the National MS Society at (800) FIGHTMS (800-344-4867) or visit our website at www.arizonaMS.org.