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March 8, 2021March 8, 2021

Equine-assisted Therapy for LEMS

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Equine-assisted therapy involves activities with horses to promote the physical and mental health of riders. For people with Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS), this kind of therapy may help to improve ... Read more

March 1, 2021March 1, 2021

About the Firdapse Pregnancy Registry for LEMS Patients

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The Firdapse Pregnancy Registry was created to collect information about the safety of Firdapse — the only approved symptomatic treatment for people with Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) — among pregnant patients ... Read more

February 22, 2021February 22, 2021

About the European LEMS Registry

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Patient registries collect information about the health status of people with a certain disease. They are particularly important for rare diseases such as Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS), bringing together a ... Read more

February 15, 2021February 15, 2021

Importance of Advocacy for LEMS Patients

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Health advocates promote patient health and access to medical care. If you or a family member has a rare disease such as Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS), it could be helpful ... Read more

February 8, 2021February 8, 2021

Hydrotherapy for LEMS

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Hydrotherapy, or the use of water exercises, is a complementary therapy that may benefit some people with neuromuscular conditions such as Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS). Here is some information about ... Read more

February 1, 2021February 1, 2021

Massage Therapy for LEMS

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For some with Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS), massage therapy may help in reducing muscle pain and weakness, as well as in improving flexibility. Here’s more information about the disease and ... Read more

January 25, 2021January 25, 2021

Paramedical Treatment for LEMS

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Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) can cause difficulties with many daily activities. Paramedical treatment is an important aspect of care to help improve your quality of life if you have LEMS. ... Read more

January 18, 2021January 18, 2021

Your Treatment Team for LEMS

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Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) can lead to symptoms that affect a number of different systems in the body. Here is information about some of those symptoms, along with medical specialists ... Read more

January 4, 2021January 4, 2021

Emotional Responses to a LEMS Diagnosis

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Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) is a rare disorder that can mimic other neuromuscular conditions. Because of that and the disease’s slow progression, diagnosis can take some time. If you have ... Read more