MS Head Start is a video series hosted by multiple sclerosis (MS) advocate Damian Washington, designed to help people newly diagnosed with MS through the first steps of their journey. Follow along with Damian as he discusses different aspects of MS management and daily life in each video.
Adaptations and helpful hacks for MS: Video 9 with Damian Washington
Living with MS can be exhausting, so it’s important to find ways to conserve energy throughout the day. In his latest feature, Damian Washington discusses some life hacks for dealing with fatigue and other symptoms of MS.
In our companion article, Mike Knight lists valuable tips on how to best utilize your energy to reduce tiredness. He also mentions adaptations that work well with symptoms of fatigue, muscle weakness, and balance issues.
Watch the video and check out the companion article below.
About Damian Washington
Damian, who lives in Los Angeles, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2017. As an MS advocate, Washington uses his YouTube channel, NoStressMS, which has more than 6,000 subscribers, to educate and raise awareness about life with MS. He also provides his insight into the patient experience to pharmaceutical companies. Damian often says, “MS is a terrible way to meet wonderful people.”
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