Recent studies in the UK have shown that Vitamin B3 raises the protein that is missing in people with FA. Research is still at an early stage and Professor Festenstein who is leading the research has warned against taking B3 until further studies are completed. To read more about the research, click here.
Until recently Neuro-Rehabiliation Services in Ireland were provided in an ad-hoc fashion and services seem to vary in different parts of the country. It is very difficult to establish what services are available for children and adults with Friedreich’s Ataxia.This may be partly due to the rarity of the condition but is also as a […]
A comprehensive article published in Dove Press Journal: Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment examines the current and emerging treatment options for the management of Friedreich’s Ataxia. Many current approaches are reviewed and possible future treatments are documented. The article does conclude that available evidence suggests that those with FA should be treated with Idebenone but that […]