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Trigeminal neuralgia

Learn about trigeminal neuralgia in multiple sclerosis, a type of facial nerve pain which causes stabbing, shooting or burning sensations down the side of the face. Explore what triggers it and treatment options.
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How to improve your posture when standing and walking

Good posture when standing and walking can be challenging, especially if you have issues with balance, weakness, stiffness, your vision or fatigue. Here are simple things you can do to improve your posture when standing and walking.
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Tips for good posture when lying down

It's important to think about posture when lying down, resting or sleeping. Lower back and neck pain, leg spasms or leg pain can all be aggravated by the way you lie. With changes, you can be more comfortable and sleep better.
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How to maintain a good posture when sitting

Good posture when sitting is important. But MS presents challenges, especially if you have weakness, stiffness and fatigue. This guide includes simple things you can do to correct your posture to ensure you sit well and comfortably.
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How to have a good posture when sitting on a sofa

When sitting on a sofa, there are things to consider to help good posture and avoid joint strain and aches. This guide includes things you can do to improve your posture when sitting, reading or relaxing.
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How to have a good posture when sitting at a desk

Your desk set-up should help you maintain good posture when working. This will help avoid muscle and joint strain and fatigue. Discover how best to set-up your workspace, including your desk, keyboard, mouse, lighting and ventilation.
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Good and bad posture

If you have MS, you may find keeping or maintaining a good posture challenging. Poor posture can develop gradually and cause problems with pain, activity or pressure sores. We look at how to spot good and bad posture.
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Core muscles and your posture

Core stability muscles, or postural muscles, are the deep muscles in your abdomen, pelvis and back. They act to hold you together and help you maintain a good posture.
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Posture and MS

Poor posture is common for people with multiple sclerosis and can lead to problems including pain, pressure sores and reduced independence. We bring together information and practical tips to understand and improve your posture.
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  • MS information & support
    • About MS
      • Newly diagnosed
      • Young people and MS
      • Living with advanced MS
      • Causes of MS
      • How common is multiple sclerosis?
      • Types of MS
      • What is MS?
    • Symptoms & diagnosis
      • Worried you have MS?
      • Signs and symptoms
      • How is MS diagnosed?
      • What's causing my symptoms?
      • MS relapses and their management
    • Drugs & treatments
      • How is MS treated?
      • Disease modifying therapies (DMTs)
      • DMTs approved for use in the UK
      • Compare disease modifying therapies (DMTs)
      • Drugs in development
      • Treatment finder
      • Non-drug therapies
    • Health & wellbeing
      • Thinking and memory problems
      • Staying Smart
      • Exercise
      • Diet and MS
      • Wellbeing
    • Family, care & money
      • Relationships and family life
      • Care and carers
      • Home and travel
      • Work, money and legal
    • Support & services
      • Contact our MS helpline
      • MS services near me
      • My MS expert
      • Order a free MS publication
      • Listen to our podcast
      • Join our Facebook group
      • Find support groups
  • A-Z of MS
  • Get involved
    • Donate
      • Make a donation
      • Make a regular donation
      • Donate in memory
      • Other ways to donate
      • Gift Aid
    • Fundraise
      • MS Trust Exclusives
      • Do it your way
      • Trekking and walking events
      • Running events
      • Cycling events
      • Daredevil events
      • Fundraise while you shop
      • Get your fundraising guide
      • Pay in your fundraising
    • Raise awareness
      • Bring Your MS to Work
      • World MS Day 2026
      • MS Awareness Week 2026
    • Volunteer
    • Leave a gift in your will
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