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Bones, Joints & Muscles | Last Active: Apr 26 6:59am | Replies (547)
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Thank you so much. I’m hanging onto the positives and the thought of not being in any pain is a big positive. You are lucky you are no longer dependent on the NHS as it is really bad here so I doubt I will get much physio and I know I am going to have to save my pennies to get some help, but it’s all doable. Getting older is all about lowering expectations and because of the MS I have a wheelchair and already use a walker. I just need to be able to shower and make my dinner!
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Keep your positive attitude. I had to pay for physio but it’s not expensive in Portugal. If you can afford just one per week for about 5 weeks and do it on your own every day without the physio, then join a gym and use weight machines on your legs after that. Can you drive? I would try and only use the wheelchair when you must. Any walking with a frame will help you get stronger. I go up and down stairs using one crutch and the hand rail, but only after the physio showed me how to do it SAFELY. I meet with friends for a pint now and again, using taxis or driving and only having two small beers! I would encourage you to be as active as possible, though it’s not easy I know. I shower with my frame in the shower to hold on to. I can do limited cooking, but it’s not easy. I’m always afraid of falling - not sure how I would get up😁. I wish you well and good to see your positive approach.