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posted 09/21/2009, comments (2)

If it's not MS what else could it be?

I know many of you are still in limbo and not yet diagnosed with anything. And I know it must be maddening. I was in limbo only for a very short time period. But even during that time, I remember feeling a bit nuts, wondering what could be causing all these weird symptoms. And in my research on the Internet I did find some... Read more Chevron

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Denise Coleman

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posted 09/18/2009, comment (1)

Pain's Impact.Part 1

I know that MS is often referred to as not involving pain, although everyone I know with MS experiences a certain amount of pain, often nerve pain, which is difficult to treat. As I have mentioned in previous Share Posts, I am a volunteer for the Power Over Pain Awareness Network and as such am doing some work for September is Pain Awareness... Read more Chevron

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Writer with Progressive MS and severe Osteoporosis

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posted 09/17/2009, comments (2)

Mobility Aids and MS: Foot Braces and Crutches

According to the National MS Society about 2/3 of people with MS have walking difficulties. Problems walking interfere with working outside the home, traveling, attending significant life events, and even performing daily activities. Problems are aggravated by fatigue that is experienced by 80% of MSers. All of these can be alleviated by using... Read more Chevron

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posted 09/09/2009, comments (12)

Mobility Aids and MS: Canes

Walking difficulties are awkward, but people with MS are often hesitant to use a cane. MS is often a hidden condition and carrying a walking aid simply exposes it to the world. But why is it so embarrassing? Canes first came into play when humble shepherds used their staffs to guide and protect their sheep. However, as the years... Read more Chevron

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posted 09/02/2009, comments (14)

Mobility Aids and MS

Today, I am starting a new series of articles: Mobility Aids and MS. Mobility aids range from a simple cane to a custom-built power chair, but it is more than that. Anything that increases your ability to move safely is a mobility aid. This series of articles focuses on walking aids and wheelchairs. Also included are vehicles that help transport... Read more Chevron

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