Asha Ek Hope - ALS/MND app for iPhone and iPad

ALS/ MND is a nervous system disease that progressively weakens the muscle and impacts all the physical functions. People have increasing difficulty in walking, talking, eating and breathing. Because of its progressive nature, society considers it as an end to the existing life. But, however difficult life may seem, there is always a ray of hope that can give a purpose and meaning to life. And with the advent of novel technologies like stem cells, robotics, eye tracking devices etc., the disease progression can be modified and quality of life can be improved.
ALS/ MND app is the first dedicated platform for creating awareness amongst the viewers with the best updated information regarding this life changing disorder. Features of this app
- An “ALS MND guide book for patients and families”, a holistic approach to understand the disease, its symptoms, diagnosis, treatment strategies, assistive devices and advanced care, for directing the goals of management.

- Comprehensive videos of multidisciplinary exercises like physiotherapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy for patients,

- Videos of motivational talks by psychology experts that will serve as an inspirational guiding tool for the patients and their caregivers, to cope with the disease

- Exciting developments in the field of research in ALS/MND that aims at finding cure.

This app has a potential to make a huge difference in changing the perspective of this life-threatening disease by empowering the patients to make educated decisions about the treatments and its management. Helpful tips will instill a positive attitude and strengthen the will power to overcome the disease.