Treating And Managing Multiple Sclerosis

7. Physical and Occupational Therapy

Because the illness damages the nerves, multiple sclerosis greatly affects a patient’s sense of movement. His or her ability to move his or her legs, arms and hands may be decreased. Physical and occupational therapy can help a patient function more effectively. With physical therapy (or PT), exercises are recommended to help increase your muscle strength, improve your gait, and improve your balance and coordination. On the other hand, occupational therapy (or OT) can help you do your daily activities more independently. It helps you improve the skills you use in accomplishing your everyday tasks. In other words, OT can teach you how to care for yourself in your day-to-day life.