St. Lukes Elks Rehab Blog

Exercise is an important component of a healthy lifestyle, but it is especially important if you are living with multiple sclerosis. Multiple sclerosis affects approximately 400,000 people in the United States, and attacks the nerves in the brain and/or spinal cord.  Although symptoms vary widely they can include:
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·        Muscle stiffness
·        Fatigue
·        Difficulty Walking Â
·        Impaired [...]

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I. Skin Care – Avoid trauma/injury and reduce infection risk

Keep extremity clean and dry.
Apply moisturizer daily to prevent chapping/chaffing of skin.
Attention to nail care; do not cut cuticles.
Protect exposed skin with sunscreen and insect repellent.
Use care with razors to avoid nicks and skin irritation.
If possible, avoid punctures such as injections [...]

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