Posts by: Wendy Henderson

Wendy Henderson

Wendy is a proven blogger and social media manager who has helped to build online communities for businesses and organizations. She currently heads the website’s social outreach online through social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest.

September 21, 2017

Explaining Friedreich’s Ataxia

Friedreich’s ataxia (FA) is a genetic and progressive neuromuscular disease that attacks the body’s nerves and muscles. Usually occurring in childhood, symptoms of FA typically appear between the ages of 5 and 18. ... Read more

September 20, 2017

9 Things to Know About the Inheritance of Friedreich’s Ataxia

Friedreich’s ataxia is an inherited disease that affects movement and coordination. It’s a progressive disease with symptoms including loss of strength, weakened muscles, spasticity, impaired speech, hearing and vision problems, and in ... Read more

August 30, 2017

5 Major Symptoms of Friedreich’s Ataxia

Friedreich’s ataxia (FA) is a rare genetic disorder where the body produces antibodies that limit the production of frataxin, a protein vital for nerve and muscle health. A lack of frataxin leads ... Read more

August 30, 2017

The Medical Management of Friedreich’s Ataxia

While there is no cure for Friedreich’s ataxia, there are treatments that can help patients manage symptoms and improve their quality of life. Treatment for Friedreich’s ataxia consists of medications, physical therapy, and ... Read more

August 29, 2017

9 Things to Know About the Inheritance of Friedreich’s Ataxia

August 28, 2017

10 Useful Things to Know If You’re Attending #IARC2017

This year’s annual International Ataxia Research Conference (IARC) will be taking place in Pisa, Italy from September 27 to 30. MORE: Life at college with Friedreich’s ataxia Held in the ... Read more

August 21, 2017August 28, 2017

The Medical Management of Friedreich’s Ataxia

August 17, 2017

5 Types of Treatment for Friedreich’s Ataxia

Friedreich’s ataxia (FA) is a genetic neuromuscular disease that can lead to motor control issues and often leads to the inability to walk, problems with the senses and swallowing, ... Read more

August 14, 2017August 29, 2017

5 Things to Know About an Ataxia Diagnosis

If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with ataxia, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed and concerned about what the future has in store. We’ve compiled a list ... Read more

August 10, 2017August 29, 2017

Ronde Barber and Kyle Bryant Talk About Friedreich’s Ataxia

In this video, Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ football player Ronde Barber talks about his involvement with the non-profit organization, Friedreich’s Ataxia Research Alliance (FARA), and spokesperson Kyle Bryant talks about what it’s ... Read more

August 7, 2017August 29, 2017

5 Major Symptoms of Friedreich’s Ataxia

August 7, 2017August 29, 2017

Explaining Friedreich’s Ataxia

Friedreich’s Ataxia (FA) is a genetic and progressive neuromuscular disease that attacks the body’s nerves and muscles. Usually occurring in childhood, symptoms of FA generally appear between the ages of 5 ... Read more