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Holiday Hazards to Avoid for People with Multiple Sclerosis
Holidays can be busy and fun. They can also be stressful and exhausting for many people, especially people with multiple sclerosis, whose symptoms can be worsened by too much stress, activity, and lack of sleep. Strategize the holidays this year, so that you can be a happy participant in the fun.
Occupational Therapy for Multiple Sclerosis
Occupational therapy can help people with multiple sclerosis (MS) stay independent and keep doing things for themselves. Occupational therapy is not only for people with severe disability, but can also help people with MS that are just having a little more trouble taking care of daily tasks than they used to.
Getting the Most Out of Occupational Therapy for Multiple Sclerosis
Occupational therapy helps keep people with multiple sclerosis (MS) independent in many ways. Using adaptations, equipment and devices, occupational therapy can improve quality of life and well-being. Following some simple rules can maximize the impact of occupational therapy for people with MS.
Vitamin D and Multiple Sclerosis
The majority of people with multiple sclerosis (MS) are deficient in vitamin D. This contributes to our susceptibility to osteoporosis, which people with MS are much more likely to get. In addition, vitamin D may have some positive effect on the immune system that could help reduce inflammation associated with MS.
Yoga and MS
Yoga is becoming a common form of exercise for people living with multiple sclerosis. Yoga provides a gentle way to build strength, flexibility and balance that can be adapted for an individual’s health status. Yoga can even be used to rehabilitate people who have disabilities.
Tips to Survive the Summer with Multiple Sclerosis
If you have multiple sclerosis (MS) and have a hard time with heat intolerance during summer months, try some of these tips to let you get out there and join the fun.
Try an MS "Mini-Meditation" To Fight Fatigue
Most of us with MS fight MS-related fatigue with drugs that might not work and efficiency tips that leave us frustrated. Try this simple break to gain enough energy to keep you going a little longer.
How to Talk to People Who Are Newly Diagnosed With MS
People who are newly diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) will often seek out those of us that have been living with MS for years. Here are some tips on how to be helpful in this situation.
What To Say To Someone Who Is Newly Diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis
Chances are that you will be in a situation where someone who has just been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) will look to you for insight on what it is like to live with MS. Here are some ideas of what to say and what not to say for someone newly diagnosed with MS.
Exercise Success Secret for People with MS: Be Confident
It is very important that people with multiple sclerosis (MS) engage in some form of physical activity. While many people with MS have disability or symptoms that make exercise difficult, research has shown that self-efficacy beliefs help people get more physically active.
Sleep and MS
Sleep is important for people with multiple sclerosis (MS). Because of fatigue, a poor night’s sleep can really impair a person with MS’s ability to perform daily activities. Learn about good sleep habits and address problems that may interfere with sleep and cause insomnia.
Do Vaccines Cause Multiple Sclerosis?
Many have wondered if vaccines cause multiple sclerosis (MS) or lead to increased relapses in people with MS. Find out about vaccines and MS here.
Tips for Dealing with Cognitive Dysfunction in Multiple Sclerosis
For people with cognitive dysfunction as a symptom of multiple sclerosis (MS), seemingly simple tasks can be frustrating. Try some of these tips and ideas for helping yourself avoid stress and get things done.
Top 10 Sex Tips for Women with Multiple Sclerosis
Although it is estimated that about 75 percent of women with multiple sclerosis (MS) have some form of sexual dysfunction, this does not have to mean the end of intimacy for these women or their partners. There are many things that couples can do to maintain a healthy sex life and keep the romance in relationships.
A Program to Redefine Health for People with Multiple Sclerosis
People with multiple sclerosis (MS) or other chronic diseases often focus much of their attention on the physical aspects of their health. This week, you’ll spend time working with and expanding your definition of health, giving you a better perspective on life and your MS.
MSers Respond: What is the stupidest thing someone has said to you about MS?
Hearing stupid or insensitive remarks sometimes seem to be an everyday occurrence for people living with multiple sclerosis (MS). Share your experiences here to help others realize they are not alone.
Tips for Dealing with Swallowing Problems in People with Multiple Sclerosis
Since many people with multiple sclerosis (MS) have difficulties swallowing, also called dysphagia, it is important to adopt proper habits when eating or drinking. These can help people avoid problems such as choking and aspiration pneumonia in the future.
Make Your Own Cooling Products for MS Heat Intolerance
Tired of being trapped inside during the hot months due to multiple sclerosis-related heat intolerance? Try some of these items that you can make at home to help you beat the heat.
Top 10 Sex Tips for Men with Multiple Sclerosis
It is estimated that 70 percent of men with multiple sclerosis (MS) experience some form of sexual difficulties, most often erectile dysfunction. As sex is an important part of health, it is important to address these challenges. There are many things that you (and your partner) can do to keep sex alive in your relationship.
Selenium and Multiple Sclerosis
Some people with multiple sclerosis (MS) may have low levels of selenium or of glutathione peroxidase, an enzyme produced from selenium in the body. However, it is not advisable to take high doses of selenium (or other antioxidants) if you have MS.
Vitamin B12 and Multiple Sclerosis
People with multiple sclerosis (MS) are at higher risk of vitamin B12 deficiency. Low levels of vitamin B12 can mimic and exacerbate many MS symptoms, including fatigue, depression and memory loss. Treatment for vitamin B12 deficiency is simple, involving oral supplements or intramuscular injections.
Helping Those Who Help Us
People with multiple sclerosis (MS) often need extra help from their loved ones. Whether this is a situation of total dependence or just a little assistance once in awhile, it is important that those helping us are acknowledged and supported.
Stress, Fear and Anxiety in the Face of Multiple Sclerosis
This article from Applied Neurology discusses different aspects of stress and multiple sclerosis (MS), including: anxiety following diagnosis, needle phobia resulting in difficulties self-injecting, and the physiologic impact of stress on MS relapses and symptoms.
Principles to Promote Quality of Life of People with Multiple Sclerosis
The Principles to Promote Quality of Life of People with Multiple Sclerosis were developed by the Multiple Sclerosis International Federation so that we, people with MS, and those who work to make life better for us have a set of common goals to strive for. This document captures these ideals in one place.
Osteoporosis and Multiple Sclerosis
People with multiple sclerosis (MS) are at elevated risk for osteoporosis. This is because people with MS are often less active due to disability. Risk of osteoporosis is also increased in multiple sclerosis due to use of steroids to treat some of the symptoms and relapses of MS. Osteoporosis is an especially dangerous condition for people with MS because of increased risk of falling due to MS-related symptoms involving balance and coordination.
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