A Manitoba woman has gone half-way around the world for a controversial therapy for her multiple sclerosis.

Nicole Benes travelled to Egypt to undergo a treatment for a condition known CCSVI, or chronic cerebro-spinal venous insufficiency, that a doctor has associated with MS.

Treatment for CCSVI is not available in Manitoba.

Benes said Friday that a few days after the treatment, her health is improving.

"I don't feel depressed, I have a ton of energy, my husband noted that I am actually really funny and haven't cracked jokes this much since we met 11 years ago," Benes wrote on Friday. "One more day in Egypt and we then embark on our [30-hour trip] back to Manitoba!"

She is writing about her experience on a blog called Love, Hope & Miracles CCSVI Journey.