Mobility problems and aids in MS (Part 2)

16 August 2021

In part two of mobility problems and mobility aids, we chat to neuro-physiotherapist Jody Barber. This includes looking at how mobility problems may present in MS and what to do if you think you need a mobility aid as well as some different exercises you can do to help improve your mobility. Jody also discusses the psychological barriers people may face when needing to use a mobility aid for the first time, why it's okay to feel hesitant and how to overcome these barriers.

Episode notes

This episode was produced by our volunteer Will
Walking difficulties - information from the MS Trust
Exercise and MS - information from the MS Trust
Exercises for MS symptoms - MS Society
Watch yoga with Jody Barber - YouTube

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