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Research: Exercise and Physiotherapy for MS

Last post by Petr75 « Sun Apr 04, 2021 4:51 am
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by jimmylegs » Tue Oct 24, 2017 3:24 pm
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Influence of aquatic exercises in physical condition in patients with multiple sclerosis

Abstract
BACKGROUND:
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a...

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2021 Mar 26
Fitness Shifts the Balance of BDNF and IL-6 from Inflammation to Repair among People with Progressive Multiple Sclerosis

2021 Mar...
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Autonomic Dysfunction in MS: Exercise Implications

Last post by jimmylegs « Fri Mar 19, 2021 1:22 pm

by jimmylegs » Fri Mar 19, 2021 1:22 pm

Autonomic Dysfunction in Multiple Sclerosis: Implications for Exercise (2014)

... Conclusion
Compounding evidence now indicates that regular...

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Fri Mar 19, 2021 1:22 pm
Enhancing quality of life in PMS with powered robotic exoskeleton

Last post by NHE « Sun Feb 28, 2021 1:14 am

by NHE » Sun Feb 28, 2021 1:14 am

Enhancing quality of life in progressive multiple sclerosis with powered robotic exoskeleton
Mult Scler. 2021 Mar;27(3):483-487.

Wearable powered...

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Sun Feb 28, 2021 1:14 am
Physical activity improves brain health

Last post by NHE « Thu Feb 18, 2021 2:36 am

by NHE » Thu Feb 18, 2021 2:36 am

Prospective Analysis of Leisure-Time Physical Activity in Midlife and Beyond and Brain Damage on MRI in Older Adults
Neurology. 2021 Feb...

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Thu Feb 18, 2021 2:36 am
Foot Drop rehabilitation

Last post by Petr75 « Tue Dec 22, 2020 1:03 am

by Petr75 » Tue Dec 22, 2020 1:03 am

2020 Nov 28
College of Information Technology, United Arab Emirates University , Al Ain, UAE
Trends and Technologies in Rehabilitation of Foot Drop:...

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Tue Dec 22, 2020 1:03 am
Exercise and the brain in multiple sclerosis

Last post by NHE « Sat Nov 14, 2020 4:31 am

by NHE » Sat Nov 14, 2020 4:31 am

Exercise and the brain in multiple sclerosis
Mult Scler. 2020 Oct 30

While people with multiple sclerosis (PwMS) historically were advised to...

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Sat Nov 14, 2020 4:31 am
Effects of Exercise on Brain Structure and Cognitive Function

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by NHE » Sat Nov 14, 2020 4:17 am

The Brain–Body Connection in Aging Neurological Populations: Examining the Impact of Exercise and Sedentary Behavior on Brain Structure and Cognitive...

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Sat Nov 14, 2020 4:17 am
Exercise improves cognitive functions

Last post by NHE « Tue Aug 04, 2020 9:28 pm

by NHE » Tue Aug 04, 2020 9:28 pm

Combined exercise training improves cognitive functions in multiple sclerosis patients with cognitive impairment: A single-blinded randomized...

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Tue Aug 04, 2020 9:28 pm
Exercise preserves hippocampal volume

Last post by NHE « Tue Aug 04, 2020 9:23 pm

by NHE » Tue Aug 04, 2020 9:23 pm

The importance of physical activity to preserve hippocampal volume in people with multiple sclerosis: a structural MRI study
J Neurol. 2020 Jul 22....

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Tue Aug 04, 2020 9:23 pm
Aerobic Exercise in MS

Last post by NHE « Tue Aug 04, 2020 9:16 pm

by NHE » Tue Aug 04, 2020 9:16 pm

Aerobic Exercise Induces Functional and Structural Reorganization of CNS Networks in Multiple Sclerosis: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Front Hum...

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Tue Aug 04, 2020 9:16 pm
Exercise improves memory via GPLD1

Last post by Petr75 « Fri Jul 10, 2020 8:34 am
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by NHE » Fri Jul 10, 2020 3:28 am

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An Enzyme That Increases With Exercise Can Improve Memory In Mice, And Maybe People
July 9, 20204:42 PM ET

Scientists say they've identified an...

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Movement is life..

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Fri Jul 10, 2020 8:34 am
MS Gym

Last post by 81Charger « Mon Jan 13, 2020 8:57 am
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by 81Charger » Mon Dec 10, 2018 9:43 am

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Hi all, I came across MS Gym with Trevor Wicken. I'm just curious if any others are doing this & if so how has it been.

Thanks Glenn

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The MS Gym is really good. Overall I'm better, if I could do it every night I would be even better I think but unfortunately I just don't have the...

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Mon Jan 13, 2020 8:57 am
Inspiration

Last post by NHE « Wed Nov 20, 2019 11:16 pm

by NHE » Wed Nov 20, 2019 11:16 pm

Morris Shapiro rides his recumbent stepper for 20 minutes every day to help raise money for charity. He does about 365 miles a year. Morris Shapiro...

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Wed Nov 20, 2019 11:16 pm
Seated Aerobics

Last post by NHE « Mon Jul 22, 2019 5:19 am

by NHE » Mon Jul 22, 2019 5:19 am

I ran across this exercise program on Amazon. It looks like a useful program for people in wheelchairs.

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Mon Jul 22, 2019 5:19 am
aquafityess

Last post by jimmylegs « Fri Jun 21, 2019 8:45 am
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by jimmylegs » Fri May 31, 2019 1:09 pm

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things have been going well in the pool. every time i climb out at the end of a session, nerve conductivity is subjectively better. not perfect, but...

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sheesh ya miss one week and it's back to lowered functionality after fitness class. probably a combination of missing the week and being really gung...

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Fri Jun 21, 2019 8:45 am
Revitive TENS

Last post by NHE « Wed Jun 19, 2019 12:53 am
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by NHE » Sun Jun 09, 2019 11:16 pm

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Has anybody tried a Revitive TENS machine? It has two pads you put your feet on and then it stimulates your calf muscles to contract using a varying...

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I recently saw a story on the news about a hospital that was achieving amazing stroke patient recoveries by forcing the patients to exercise what was...

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Wed Jun 19, 2019 12:53 am
2019 review: MS exercise guidelines

Last post by jimmylegs « Sun May 12, 2019 3:45 pm

by jimmylegs » Sun May 12, 2019 3:45 pm

Exercise training guidelines for multiple sclerosis, stroke, and Parkinson's disease: Rapid review and synthesis. (2019)

Abstract
The translation...

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Sun May 12, 2019 3:45 pm
Headaches

Last post by jimmylegs « Tue Mar 12, 2019 1:28 pm
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by 81Charger » Thu Mar 07, 2019 8:54 am

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Hi all, I'm just wondering if anyone else will get headaches from exercise. This doesn't happen to me very often but once in a while, when I'm doing...

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hmm i don't know about the cayenne, but in the research, it does look like there's a sensory/autonomic nervous system connection to...

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Tue Mar 12, 2019 1:28 pm
nutrition for PwMS (Paralympians with MS)

Last post by Petr75 « Sun Mar 10, 2019 2:56 am
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by jimmylegs » Sat Mar 09, 2019 11:14 am

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Nutrition in Paralympics (2019)

Cecile Hernandez defy doctors in La Molina
05.03.2019
French snowboarder mutes injury pain to race and win in...

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Very good, thx

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Sun Mar 10, 2019 2:56 am
Walking Exercise at Home

Last post by zen2010 « Thu Feb 28, 2019 12:46 am

by zen2010 » Thu Feb 28, 2019 12:46 am

Hi,

MS is progressing and walking is now a real issue.
I have to use a cane to move, and even with a cane, I am in trouble...
I searched for easy...

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Thu Feb 28, 2019 12:46 am
Swimming training

Last post by Petr75 « Sat Jan 19, 2019 4:00 am
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by Petr75 » Fri Jan 18, 2019 11:19 pm

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2018 Dec 18
Institute of Infection and Immunity of Huaihe Hospital, College of Physical Education, Henan University, China
Effects of moderate-...

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Yes, life is movement.

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Sat Jan 19, 2019 4:00 am
Exercise produces neural cells

Last post by Jaded « Sat Jan 19, 2019 2:25 am

by Jaded » Sat Jan 19, 2019 2:25 am

This may or may not be surprise but I thought it very interesting

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Sat Jan 19, 2019 2:25 am
Running with MS

Last post by Jaded « Sat Dec 15, 2018 8:38 am
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by Julia » Wed Apr 07, 2010 12:20 pm
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I received my MS diagnosis in Nov 2009- almost exactly two months to the date of running my second marathon. I was looking into running with MS and...

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Agree with you Zyklon.

Doing what you can, when you are able is my approach now. There are no guarantees - something we have all had to learn about...
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Sat Dec 15, 2018 8:38 am
vertical climber

Last post by ElliotB « Wed Nov 28, 2018 5:55 am
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by zen2010 » Wed Nov 28, 2018 5:42 am

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Hi,

Just want to thank ElliotB for his info (I don't remember in which topic he mentionned that) regarding a device to train walking muscles.

I...

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you are most welcome!!

I find this machine to be helping me tremendously as well. And the difference from any other exercise or exercise machine of...

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Last post by ElliotB
Wed Nov 28, 2018 5:55 am
Pedal Exerciser?

Last post by ElliotB « Sat Oct 06, 2018 4:28 pm
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by ArthurJ » Fri Oct 05, 2018 1:10 am

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I've been reading Amazon reviews for the last few days looking for a decent pedal exerciser. So far, I've turned up nothing bit iffy devices, some of...

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Buy from a local store like Walmart or Target, if you have an issue with it, they will take it back without any hassles even after extended periods...

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Sat Oct 06, 2018 4:28 pm
Harvard: 5 of the best exercises you can ever do

Last post by jimmylegs « Wed Aug 15, 2018 6:14 am

by jimmylegs » Wed Aug 15, 2018 6:14 am

5 of the best exercises you can ever do

If you're not an athlete or serious exerciser — and you just want to work out for your health or to fit...

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Wed Aug 15, 2018 6:14 am
Motorized Pedal Exercisers

Last post by NHE « Mon Aug 13, 2018 12:03 am

by NHE » Mon Aug 13, 2018 12:03 am

Note: This info was posted to another forum, but it seemed like it might be of benefit here as well.

Motorized pedal and movement devices which...

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Mon Aug 13, 2018 12:03 am
I am going to join the gym soon

Last post by Pesho « Fri Jun 01, 2018 12:59 pm
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by Sehrish » Sat Oct 22, 2016 12:53 pm

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Hey folks, I was diagnosed with MS in 2011 and got really nad in 2013-2014, they switched me to rituxan and I've been stable ever since and was able...

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Any exercise, even just walking, is better than no exercise. More is better (without overdoing it). Strange that doctors typically do not recommend...

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Fri Jun 01, 2018 12:59 pm
MS and Martial Arts

Last post by MSKarateka « Tue Sep 19, 2017 6:42 pm
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by MSKarateka » Fri Mar 10, 2017 2:59 pm

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I was just diagnosed and consider myself lucky. My symptoms are not super bad. Just leg numbness, balance issues, and loss of some coordination.

I...

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Hi MSKarateka, great to see that you are still getting after it without hesitation.

To give you some context, I'm a physical therapist assistant...

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Tue Sep 19, 2017 6:42 pm
Walker + Laser Beam = Smooth Gait?? Anyone Else See These?

Last post by KyrieTimo « Tue Sep 12, 2017 8:26 pm

by KyrieTimo » Tue Sep 12, 2017 8:26 pm

In my infinite online tinkerings, I found a very peculiar article about a walker that can cast a laser beam onto the floor, which apparently helps...

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Tue Sep 12, 2017 8:26 pm
Resistance Exercise Reduces Cognitive Decline

Last post by KyrieTimo « Tue Sep 12, 2017 8:11 pm
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by NHE » Thu Jul 13, 2017 2:44 am

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Resistance Exercise Reduces Cognitive Decline

When we think of the benefits of exercise, we tend to think of its ability to reduce...

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Whoa, striking. It actually makes sense though - the neural impulses involved with exercising have to come from somewhere.

I also think a lot of...

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Tue Sep 12, 2017 8:11 pm
Rubber legs?

Last post by KyrieTimo « Wed Sep 06, 2017 8:17 pm
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by SEQUIN1998 » Tue Oct 04, 2016 4:59 pm

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Hello,

I spent about an hour walking in the pool today. (First time in ages)
I also have hip dysplasia, so any high impact is out.
My legs felt...

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Hi there.

I'm a physical therapy practitioner who has worked in aquatic therapy for years, so I am all too familiar with the sensation you're...

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Last post by KyrieTimo
Wed Sep 06, 2017 8:17 pm
Inactivity can shorten telomeres and icrease biological age

Last post by lyndacarol « Tue May 02, 2017 8:21 am
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by NHE » Mon May 01, 2017 9:50 pm

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Lack of activity may be aging you biologically

Spending too much of the day sitting has been linked to weight gain, high blood pressure, high...

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Another angle on telomeres to consider:

Serum 25-Hydroxyvitamin D Has a Modest Positive Association with Leukocyte Telomere Length in Middle-Aged...

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Tue May 02, 2017 8:21 am
Exercise improves cognitive function

Last post by NHE « Mon May 01, 2017 9:37 pm
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by NHE » Mon May 01, 2017 9:29 pm

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Study finds measurable boost for aging brains from exercise

Standardized neuropsychological tests showed that, compared with non-exercisers,...

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Exercise interventions for cognitive function in adults older than 50: a systematic review with meta-analysis
Br J Sports Med, 2017; 0:1–9....

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Mon May 01, 2017 9:37 pm
Pushing it just about right (when to stop)

Last post by jimmylegs « Sat Mar 25, 2017 11:02 am
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by agapetos » Sat Feb 06, 2016 6:29 am

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Hi everyone,
I'm new around here (in about a week I should get results if I have MS or it was just an episode of ADEM). I have been a long-distance...

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hi there :) glad you found something here that piqued your interest, even if it was your own previous post!

from my perspective, the athletes who...

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Sat Mar 25, 2017 11:02 am
Biking with MS

Last post by Tonto « Thu Mar 09, 2017 11:41 am
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by Tonto » Tue Jan 17, 2017 1:38 pm

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Do you have MS and still love to ride your bicycle? I do, but I go slower and not as far now and my balance is a bit off so I have to be extra...

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Thanks. I will post any progress I make. Enjoy your RT300.

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Last post by Tonto
Thu Mar 09, 2017 11:41 am
physical therapist in your home

Last post by cas « Thu Feb 02, 2017 12:06 pm
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by cas » Wed Jan 25, 2017 1:36 pm

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Does anyone have a physical therapist that comes to your home on a regular basis? I can't go to a facility on a regular basis. I only have my husband...

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For some reason my notification setting was off - sorry for delay. I am not wanting to go the insurance route in getting a pt. I have done that...

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Thu Feb 02, 2017 12:06 pm
RE FOOT EXERCISES THAT CAN HELP MS PATIENTS MOBILITY

Last post by seeva « Mon Dec 26, 2016 7:51 am

by seeva » Mon Dec 26, 2016 7:51 am

HI Friends please read

regards
seeva

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Mon Dec 26, 2016 7:51 am
Extreme Exercise and MS symptoms & Q's about Power Plate

Last post by jimmylegs « Fri Dec 23, 2016 10:23 am
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by danielashell » Wed Dec 21, 2016 8:22 am

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Hello Everyone!
I will try to make a long story short here.
I'm a 38 yr old mother of 3, and have worked in the fitness industry for approx 6 yrs...

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huh! don't think i recall having heard of hypophosphatemia before:

Severe hypophosphatemia and acute neurologic dysfunction in a marathon runner...

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Fri Dec 23, 2016 10:23 am
Vibraslim Vibration Exercise Equipment

Last post by ElliotB « Wed Dec 21, 2016 9:38 am
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by helpforms » Wed Nov 21, 2007 3:06 pm

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Hi Everyone,

Wow! :o I purchased one about 2 week ago, fairly expensive but worth every penny $1,760.00 including shipping. I have RRMS DX 2001. Can...

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I have two vibration plate machines and have used them for several years. I am not sure whether they help with improving muscle tone any...

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Wed Dec 21, 2016 9:38 am
magnesium loss and exercise

Last post by jimmylegs « Mon Oct 10, 2016 7:26 am

by jimmylegs » Mon Oct 10, 2016 7:26 am

Update on the relationship between magnesium and exercise. Nielsen & Lukaski 2006
Abstract
Magnesium is involved in numerous processes that affect...

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Mon Oct 10, 2016 7:26 am
Muscle Spasms Exercise Suggestions

Last post by lyndacarol « Thu Jul 07, 2016 6:46 am
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by tiller » Thu Jul 07, 2016 5:24 am

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Hi guys

My mother suffers from MS and she has this weird sensation shes always complained to me about. We don't have the money for another doctors...

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Hi guys

My mother suffers from MS and she has this weird sensation shes always complained to me about. We don't have the money for another doctors...

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Thu Jul 07, 2016 6:46 am
weight lifting

Last post by MrChris « Mon Jul 13, 2015 8:41 pm
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by lucaslavelle » Thu Jan 12, 2012 10:07 am

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I am 26 and suffer left side weakness,I just began working out at the local gym. is anyone using any supplements while working out? I notice a few...

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Not much action in this part of the forum.

As an avid lifter myself, i was diagnosed this past January. Since then ive stopped every supplement ie;...

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Last post by MrChris
Mon Jul 13, 2015 8:41 pm
Foot Drop exercises

Last post by euphoniaa « Thu Jan 08, 2015 8:32 am
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by Dawna » Wed Jun 08, 2011 5:59 pm

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I must be completely daft at searching the web, because I cannot seem to find any exercises for foot drop (in relation to MS), specifically...

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Bumping this thread with my list of foot drop exercises -- to remind me about the ones I had forgotten about (although I do a lot of foot drop...

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Last post by euphoniaa
Thu Jan 08, 2015 8:32 am
Exercise for those of us with Fatigue?

Last post by Jimpsull « Wed Dec 17, 2014 11:19 pm
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by billiechic » Mon Jun 04, 2012 12:15 pm

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I suffered a relapse a year ago that has left me with some significant fatigue. Basically I had to choose between being able to work full time, and...

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I got a rowing machine 3 weeks ago and it has been by far the best thing I have ever done for my MS.

Diagnosed in 2003 I was stable on copaxone...

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Last post by Jimpsull
Wed Dec 17, 2014 11:19 pm
Dr Ritchie Russell's program

Last post by pushingForward « Tue Apr 29, 2014 12:30 pm
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by hwebb » Sun Feb 13, 2011 12:31 pm

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I'm starting this thread so I can find out more about neurologist Dr Ritchie Russell's multiple sclerosis exercise program. Anyone tried it?

In a...

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I have posted on this before, but it seemed as there was not much interest - I do exercises (many in a supine position) using an exercise system...

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Last post by pushingForward
Tue Apr 29, 2014 12:30 pm
Bioness L300

Last post by Bikeliker « Tue Mar 04, 2014 2:12 pm

by Bikeliker » Tue Mar 04, 2014 2:12 pm

I have one of these units for private sale if anyone is interested. It is pristine! Doesn't look used at all! I can send pictures if you'd like. Just...

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Last post by Bikeliker
Tue Mar 04, 2014 2:12 pm
Physical or Occupational therapy experiences

Last post by brent « Tue Nov 19, 2013 1:08 am
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by CaliReader » Sat Oct 19, 2013 4:14 pm

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I asked my neurologist whether anything could be done to help with losing my balance/ almost falling. To my surprise he referred me to a physical...

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Thanks Brent.

I agree. For additional balance and coordination work, the pt suggested that I dance. I'm going to get the video game Dance Dance...

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Last post by brent
Tue Nov 19, 2013 1:08 am
Rehabilitation

Last post by brent « Tue Nov 19, 2013 1:05 am
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by brent » Mon Aug 26, 2013 1:13 am
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Hey guys!

I see a lot of topics related to exercise and I was wondering if anyone considered taking part in a rehabilitation program? As far as I...

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Jan 2014 - finally got her appointment. Nurse was very nice - they had to make changes to the program because there are so many patients requiring...
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Last post by brent
Tue Nov 19, 2013 1:05 am
type of exercise and diet

Last post by aredmosquito « Sun Jul 14, 2013 6:59 pm
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by sassycam » Wed May 15, 2013 7:27 pm

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I know it has not been proven but when I first experienced my first symptom and it gradually got worse over the 6-7 I have been dealing with MS. I...

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I know this post is a tad old, but wanted to comment.

I use the MyFitnessPal app (you can also use it on PC) to record foods. I upped my produce...

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Sun Jul 14, 2013 6:59 pm

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