There is a role no one warns you about when you become a caregiver. You become the place where everyone else sets down their pain. When my husband, Rhead, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), I expected the practical work of appointments, medications, and endless logistics. What…
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Multiple sclerosis (MS) patients who are overweight or obese show subtle changes in walking patterns early in the disease, a small, exploratory study found. Walking speed, number of steps per minute, and step length did not differ significantly between MS patients with extra weight and patients at a healthy…
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Physical exercise may do more than improve muscle strength and mobility in people with multiple sclerosis (MS): Certain types of exercise may also help protect nerve cells from ongoing damage, according to a review of published studies. The review linked resistance training, Pilates, and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) to…
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I didn’t see the movie “Aliens” when it came out in theaters 40 years ago because it was rated R and I was only 11. When I finally did see it, it became one of my favorite science fiction films, and I still occasionally watch it. With the plot, action,…
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People with multiple sclerosis (MS) who more closely adhere to a diet rich in vegetables, fruit, and lean proteins may experience slight improvements in physical disability scores over time, a small prospective study suggests. Conversely, researchers found that patients who did not stick closely to the healthy eating plan…
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