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From the Institute for Integrative Healthcare

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Amyotropic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

Description:

Also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. A progressive disease starting in the central nervous system which involves the degeneration of motor neurons and eventual atrophy of voluntary muscle tissue.

Precautions:

Massage should only be administered in conjunction with and approval of a medical team

Can be alleviated by:

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