How to handle and position people with spasticity

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A resource developed by TiMS (Therapists in MS)

Therapists in MS

TiMS has produced three short videos showing different aspects of handling and positioning people with spasticity. You may find them useful in your work or as a teaching aid. There are many ways of handling people with spasticity; these videos cover just a small area so are not comprehensive so please use them at your own discretion.

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