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A physiotherapist helps to strengthen, stretch and relax muscles. This increases joint movements and improves circulation.
Physiotherapy can help provide a structured exercise programme specifically designed to be therapeutic for MS related problems such as poor balance and weakness.
Activities to enhance control and muscle balance can improve function, safety and efficiency of movement and prevent or postpone weakness caused by lack of use.
Exercise builds a reserve of muscle strength and cardiovascular function. Then, if an attack or exacerbation of MS calls for a time-out from physical activity, the reserve is available. When the symptoms subside and the person is able to go back to a more normal life, there is better foundation on which to rebuild.
However, all the benefits of exercise are short term and will fade away if exercise is discontinued.
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