ALS Symptoms: Early Signs, Muscle Twitches & Progression

ALS symptoms often begin with subtle muscle twitches and progress through distinct neurological stages. Early detection and understanding the final stages of the disease provide critical context for patient care.

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Earliest Symptoms of ALS

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Rae Uddin

In the United States, approximately 5,600 people are diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, each year, according to the ALS Association. This disease, which is also called Lou Gehrig&#039;s disease, results in the progressive decline of the motor neurons responsible for voluntary muscle movement.