What it is
A short, honest summary.
- —MS is an autoimmune condition where the immune system attacks the myelin sheath insulating nerve fibres.
- —Demyelination creates 'lesions' that disrupt signal — causing weakness, sensory changes, vision problems, fatigue, and more.
- —Relapsing-remitting and progressive forms exist. Both benefit from active rehabilitation.
What families notice
The signals worth taking seriously.
- 01New weakness or numbness, often on one side
- 02Vision changes — blurriness, eye pain, double vision
- 03Heat-sensitive fatigue (Uhthoff phenomenon)
- 04Balance and walking difficulties
- 05Bladder urgency or incontinence
My approach
How the work is structured.
- —Energy-conservation strategies woven into exercise design.
- —Strength and aerobic work at intensities that don't trigger fatigue flares.
- —Balance and gait retraining tailored to the current lesion pattern.
- —Cooling, pacing, and rest-rhythm coaching for daily life.
What recovery looks like
A plain-language picture.
“MS is managed, not cured. With the right rhythm, many people preserve walking, work, and independence for decades.”
FAQ
Common questions, answered briefly.
- Should I exercise during a relapse?
- Generally rest acutely, then re-introduce gentle work as the relapse settles. Never push through new neurological symptoms.
- Is heat actually bad for MS?
- Heat temporarily worsens symptoms for many. Cooling strategies and timing of exercise around temperature help significantly.