Ataxia Foundation Ireland a company Limited by Guarantee (CLG) Was founded by four people who suffer from Ataxia.

Ataxia Foundation Ireland (AFI) is the only National Cross Border Support Group for people affected by Friedreichs Ataxia and up to 200 different Ataxia's and their families.

Ataxia is the umbrella term for the destruction of the cerebellum and progressive disorder of the central nervous system.

There are over 200 types of ataxia which fall into 2 main groups of genetic and acquired. 

Symptoms include clumsiness, difficulties with balance, lack of coordination and dexterity, slurring of speech, difficulty swallowing and difficulty with communicating (locked in syndrome).

Friedreichs Ataxia is the most common genetic ataxia, which usually manifests itself in children between the ages of six and sixteen years. However, in some instances, the onset of Genetic Ataxias can be much later. Because of the genetic factor more than one person in a family may be affected. Parents are often unaware they are carriers of the gene until a child presents symptoms.

Although there is no specific treatment for any of the known Ataxias, research is ongoing worldwide. 

At all times, Ataxia Foundation Ireland strives to enhance the quality of life for every person living with ataxia.

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