Multiple Sclerosis Foundation - Am I going to end up in a wheelchair?
Am I going to end up in a wheelchair? While some people with MS must eventually use a wheelchair to maintain their independence, the possibility is less likely than you may think. The course of MS can vary widely, and it is impossible to predict the nature, severity, or timing of progression in a given person.
Using a Wheelchair for MS: One Woman's Story - Healthline
2020年3月19日 · Soon after Jennifer Digmann was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, she had to begin using mobility aids, like a cane, walker, and eventually, a wheelchair. Despite her fears and worries, here's...
Staying Mobile with Multiple Sclerosis | National MS Society
By managing your multiple sclerosis symptoms, you can maintain your mobility, productivity and quality of life. MS symptoms that can impact your ability to remain active include: Talk with your healthcare team about your symptoms and how to manage them so that you can continue to pursue your goals.
Exercises for people with MS who are wheelchair users
2020年3月13日 · Exercising with MS can be a challenge, and even more so if you are in a wheelchair, but it is vital for your health. Read on for exercise ideas at home for MS wheelchair users. If MS has limited your mobility, you can experience the numerous benefits that exercise can bring by choosing the right exercises for you.
Reclaiming Control & Independence | National MS Society
“Will I end up in a wheelchair?” It’s the first question many people ask when told they have MS. The use of any type of mobility device is often viewed as the hallmark of disability. However, canes, walkers, motorized scooters, or wheelchairs help people live active lives.
Life in a wheelchair - Elaine's story - MS Trust
2018年3月16日 · A few years after her diagnosis of multiple sclerosis, Elaine had to come to terms with using a wheelchair. In this inspirational guest blog she discusses her own journey of acceptance, the reaction of others, and the positive and negative sides of life in a wheelchair.
Which Mobility Aid is Right for Me? - Can Do MS
2024年3月12日 · So, it’s no surprise one of the first questions a person with a new diagnosis of MS asks is, “Will I end up in a wheelchair with MS?” In this article, we’ll look at the causes of walking challenges in MS, the symptom management strategies that can address walking difficulties, and the tools available to help a person stay mobile, safe ...
Assistive devices for multiple sclerosis: Options and more
2023年12月13日 · Several wheelchair options are available for people with MS. A physical therapist or another healthcare professional can help a person choose the best option for them. Wheelchair types include:...
Roll With It: Transition to Wheelchair | National MS Society
2020年10月29日 · For people with multiple sclerosis, life can be challenging in a wheelchair. Explore expert advice for how to manage and find support to get rolling with ease.
I Use a Wheelchair for MS. That Doesn't Mean I'm Broken
We often hear people with MS say to us things like, “I’m afraid I’m going to end up in a wheelchair,” and I’m sitting right there. Maybe they’re doing what I want them to do: See me and not my wheelchair.