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MS Essentials 21: Exercise and physiotherapy

Pages: 20
Reference: ES21/1107

Helps people with MS find the exercise regime which will suit them best and fit into their lives.

This booklet explains how regular exercise can help minimise loss of muscle strength and fitness, unwanted changes in weight and weakened bones. Different types are described, ranging from aerobics and using small weights to stretching and posture exercises. It also suggests particular exercises for specific MS symptoms, including fatigue, balance, continence problems, anxiety and depression.

It describes how physiotherapy can help to improve movement and other function of the body, and how to go about getting the treatment.

MS Essentials 21: Exercise and physiotherapy (151kb)

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