Multiple System Atrophy

Treatment

Mayo Clinic doctors trained in nervous system conditions (neurologists) and other doctors treat multiple system atrophy.

Multiple system atrophy can't be cured, but doctors will help you manage your condition and symptoms and improve your comfort. You may have several treatment options.

• Dietary and lifestyle changes. If you have low blood pressure, your doctor may suggest you increase your dietary sodium and fluid intake, or use compression stockings.
• Medications. Blood pressure and bladder control problems, parkinsonism symptoms, sleep disorders and other problems may be treated with medications.
• Physical, occupational and speech therapy. Physical and occupational therapy may help you build your strength and maintain your mobility as long as possible. Speech therapy may help you to communicate.