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Ameta-analysis published in March 2020 inBMC Neurologyfound that exercising regularly significantly reduced fatigue in people with MS.
The authors concluded that a regular exercise routine is strongly recommended as part of an overall MS management program.
Multiple sclerosis clearly does cause pain, he says.
These include neuropathic pain, pain related tospasticity, and musculoskeletal pain due to immobility and fatigue.
People with MS need help with their pain, she says.
Unfortunately, there isnt a silver bullet that works for all chronic pain problems.
Taking your medications as prescribed can make a difference, he says.
For them, its more about their self-esteem and identity even their main social support, she says.
For example, sometimes medications forneuropathic paincan affect cognitive abilities.
Additional reporting byMadeline R. Vann, MPH.
Becky Upham has been professionally involved in health and wellness for almost 20 years.
Upham enjoys teaching cycling classes, running, reading fiction, and making playlists.
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