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If you have multiple sclerosis (MS), some exercises may help maintain and improve your balance, muscle tightness, and overall well-being. These can include stretches and exercises to do while ...
Targeted exercises such as strengthening, stretching, and balance training can address core MS symptoms like muscle weakness, spasticity, and poor coordination, making daily activities safer and ...
A physical therapist shares seven stretches to help relieve symptoms of MS, such as stiffness or spasticity, and help people improve safety with everyday activities.
While these exercises are often easier to perform than standing versions, they’re not always the right fit for every person with MS. “Symptoms like weakness, spasticity, incoordination, or ...
Many multiple sclerosis patients avoid exercise, thinking it will aggravate pain or worsen their fatigue. New research from Penn shows the opposite is true.
MS can bring about intense fatigue, weakness, and spasticity, impacting individuals’ ability to participate in various forms of exercise.
Though regular aerobic exercise can increase strength and balance, improve bowel and bladder control, and decrease spasticity related to M.S., it can backfire if you don't take a gentler approach.
Call your doctor to discuss a therapy plan that works for you. It can take time, but be persistent. Spasticity improves by combining adjustments in daily activities, exercise, and medication.
A recent pilot study found that aerobic walking exercise could help people with multiple sclerosis improve their cognitive processing speed.
A clinical trial is currently being conducted in Portland, Oregon, that will test if exercise can promote remyelination. The trial is a randomized, single-blind study sponsored by the Oregon ...