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How I Took Control of My MS with Healthy Habits

So if I can do even just 15 to 20 minutes of yoga a day, it can go a long way. I’m also fortunate that I live in an area with access to a physical ...

What is The MS Hug?

If other symptoms come on quickly at the same time, the hug can also be a sign that your MS is relapsing. Get more information on what dyesthesia p...

Fight MS Fatigue

Schedule regular breaks to restore your energy. You can take either a few 10- to 15-minute power naps or one longer 1- to 2-hour nap. It gives you ...

MS and Depression: Tips for Mental Fitness

If you have multiple sclerosis (MS), you have a higher chance of depression. Researchers think there are other connections between MS and depressio...

Tips for Living with MS

Support groups give you a place to learn new ways to handle your condition and a chance to share how you’re feeling with others who understand what...

How to Manage Heat Sensitivity with Multiple Sclerosis

Heat-related symptoms aren’t harmful and go away as soon as you cool down.

Multiple Sclerosis and Baclofen Therapy

Baclofen (Gablofen, Lioresal) is a medication that treats stiff muscles and spasms, a condition called spasticity, that can happen to people with m...

How to Treat and Prevent An MS Flare-Up

If you feel fine for weeks or months but your multiple sclerosis symptoms pop up again, you probably have what doctors call a relapse or flare-up. ...

Spasticity and MS: How to Control Your Muscles

Many people with multiple sclerosis have stiff muscles and spasms, a condition called spasticity. Most of the time, a physical therapist will start...

What is Clinically Isolated Syndrome?

Doctors aren't sure why the body attacks itself this way. The symptoms of a CIS flare don’t last long. If you have lesions and your doctor thinks y...

CIS and MS: What's The Difference?

If your doctor says you have clinically isolated syndrome (CIS) -- a condition with the same symptoms as multiple sclerosis (MS) -- you may have a ...

Multiple Sclerosis and Bladder Control Problems

If behavior changes don’t work, your doctor may prescribe medicines to help with bladder control. Trouble with bladder control is common for people...