Mobility problems and aids in MS (Part 1)

2 August 2021

Many people with MS can experience issues with their walking and mobility. Difficulties can include unsteadiness, tripping and stumbling, and being less confident when walking. In this episode we chat with blogger, Emily, who was diagnosed with relapsing remitting MS in 2010. Emily shares her experience of using walking aids and discusses how using a wheelchair helped change her life.

Episode notes

This episode was produced by our volunteer Will
The Wibbly Dinosaur - Emily's multiple sclerosis blog
Walking difficulties - information from the MS Trust

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