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by JoanG
Thu Apr 15, 2010 5:08 am
Forum: MS in the Golden Years
Topic: Gait, walking problem - New
Replies: 5
Views: 13813

Gait, walking problem - New

I saw my neuro. He prescribed Klonopin for the spacisity.

I also tack Baclofin. I don't know if together they will make me too sleepy.
by JoanG
Mon Apr 12, 2010 7:28 am
Forum: MS in the Golden Years
Topic: Gait, walking problem - New
Replies: 5
Views: 13813

Gait, walking problem - New

Dear Joan, what you are describing sounds like a bit of spasticity. I also have had this disease for many years (over 30) and find that when I get up, my legs want to stretch and get very stiff, making me sway to the side. There are meds for spasms but, until it is more disturbing, I am not sure th...
by JoanG
Fri Apr 09, 2010 7:01 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gait, walking problem - New
Replies: 1
Views: 1941

Gait, walking problem - New

I have had Relapsing / Remitting MS for over 20 years, (diagnosed in 1987) and have managed walking without aids. I have remained active and walk over a mile most days. My neuro doc says that my walking exercise has helped slow the MS progression. As some background; I am currently on Copaxone and w...
by JoanG
Thu Apr 08, 2010 9:21 am
Forum: MS in the Golden Years
Topic: Gait, walking problem - New
Replies: 5
Views: 13813

Gait, walking problem - New

I have had Relapsing / Remitting MS for over 20 years, (diagnosed in 1987) and have managed walking without aids. I have remained active and walk over a mile most days. My neuro doc says that my walking exercise has helped slow the MS progression. As some background; I am currently on Copaxone and w...

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