Understanding the Role of Physical Therapy with ALS - Shelly Lewis

Understanding the Role of Physical Therapy with ALS - Shelly Lewis

Shelly Lewis PT, DPT, EdD, has assisted thousands of people with ALS with compassionate and expert physical therapy work since 1999. She has been connected with the care team at ALS United Mid-Atlantic for over 25 years and is currently the Co-Director of Clinical Education, Department of Physical Therapy and Associate Professor at Jefferson College of Rehabilitation Sciences. In this GOALS Podcast, Shelly talks about her experience providing care for the ALS community, what to know about strength and exercise, tips for caregivers, and why PT is an essential part of a multidisciplinary team. Our mission is to unite and empower the ALS community through a collaborative approach to fostering bold research initiatives, advancing national and state advocacy, and providing comprehensive care and support to individuals and families affected by ALS. ALS United Mid-Atlantic serves people with ALS in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. To learn more about our programs and research and how to support our initiatives, visit www.alsmidatlantic.org

Lessons in ALS, Stress, and Mental Health with Maria Malfi - ALS United Mid-Atlantic GOALS Podcast

Maria Malfi lost her mother to ALS. Through her experience and her personal research, Maria has focused her attention on issues of stress and mental health and how they impact an ALS diagnosis and affect caregivers as well. In this GOALS Podcast, Maria talks about her family's experience with ALS, touring the research lab at Penn State Health Hershey Medical Center, and how to have better conversations about mental health. Our mission is to unite and empower the ALS community through a collaborative approach to fostering bold research initiatives, advancing national and state advocacy, and providing comprehensive care and support to individuals and families affected by ALS. ALS United Mid-Atlantic serves people with ALS in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. To learn more about our programs and research and how to support our initiatives, visit www.alsmidatlantic.org

Lessons in Leadership and Providing Care with Taryn Norley from ALS Arizona

Taryn Norley, President and CEO of ALS Arizona, joins the ALS United Mid-Atlantic GOALS Podcast to discuss the work of serving the ALS community in Arizona and how it compares to other ALS United partners. Topics include delivering on care services, partners with clinics and researchers, serving rural communities, and inspiring events. To learn more about ALS Arizona, visit www.alsaz.org [http://www.alsaz.org] Our mission is to unite and empower the ALS community through a collaborative approach to fostering bold research initiatives, advancing national and state advocacy, and providing comprehensive care and support to individuals and families affected by ALS. ALS United Mid-Atlantic serves people with ALS in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. To learn more about our programs and research and how to support our initiatives, visit www.alsmidatlantic.org

Inspiration and Hope in ALS Research - Brianna Lisi, MS joins the ALS United GOALS Podcast

Brianna Lisi, MS, is a PhD candidate doing her work at the Jefferson Weinberg ALS Center in Philadelphia. In this Podcast, Brianna talks about what inspired her to go into ALS research, what a typical day is like for a researcher, motor neurons, astrocytes, and what tests can prove useful for ALS science. Our mission is to unite and empower the ALS community through a collaborative approach to fostering bold research initiatives, advancing national and state advocacy, and providing comprehensive care and support to individuals and families affected by ALS. ALS United Mid-Atlantic serves people with ALS in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. To learn more about our programs and research and how to support our initiatives, visit www.alsmidatlantic.org

Speech Therapy for ALS Patients - Josi Shimkus on the ALS United Mid-Atlantic GOALS Podcast

Josi Shimkus, MA, CCC-SLP, Hackensack Meridian Health Jersey Shore University Medical Center, joins the ALS United Mid-Atlantic GOALS Podcast to discuss her expertise and work assisting people with ALS with communication therapy and technology. Topics include swallowing issues, tracking speaking strength, coordinating with the clinic team, and the ALS United Walk. Our mission is to unite and empower the ALS community through a collaborative approach to fostering bold research initiatives, advancing national and state advocacy, and providing comprehensive care and support to individuals and families affected by ALS. ALS United Mid-Atlantic serves people with ALS in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. To learn more about our programs and research and how to support our initiatives, visit www.alsmidatlantic.org