For years it had been said that people with multiple sclerosis should refrain from participating in heavy exercise and/or sports.
The reason for this was to avoid from overheating, which can induce aggravating symptoms.
Additionally, the famous "feel the burn" axiom is unsafe for MS patients, as they may over exasperate themselves.
But, newsflash! A recent study has revealed that multiple sclerosis patients that participate in sports, and are physically fit, are healthier than those patients that do not.
The study observed (via MRI scan) that the brains of the physically fit multiple sclerosis participants appeared less damaged compared to the non-physically fit.
There are various safe ways for multiple sclerosis patients to exercise without putting themselves at risk.
It is important to keep from overheating, so exercising in an air-conditioned setting is strongly recommended.
If the patient is going to be lifting weights, it is helpful if he/she wears a cooling vest.
Alternatively, working out and practicing aerobics in a swimming pool is a great option for people with MS.
The cool temperature of the water will help to prevent one from overheating.
If one should choose to workout in a swimming pool, it is imperative that they are equipped with the proper pool shoes and/or pool walker.
It has been found that MS patients are significantly more mobile in water, thanks to its buoyancy, but it is vital to take the necessary precautions of having either pool shoes and/or a pool walker, to be safe.
The reason for this was to avoid from overheating, which can induce aggravating symptoms.
Additionally, the famous "feel the burn" axiom is unsafe for MS patients, as they may over exasperate themselves.
But, newsflash! A recent study has revealed that multiple sclerosis patients that participate in sports, and are physically fit, are healthier than those patients that do not.
The study observed (via MRI scan) that the brains of the physically fit multiple sclerosis participants appeared less damaged compared to the non-physically fit.
There are various safe ways for multiple sclerosis patients to exercise without putting themselves at risk.
It is important to keep from overheating, so exercising in an air-conditioned setting is strongly recommended.
If the patient is going to be lifting weights, it is helpful if he/she wears a cooling vest.
Alternatively, working out and practicing aerobics in a swimming pool is a great option for people with MS.
The cool temperature of the water will help to prevent one from overheating.
If one should choose to workout in a swimming pool, it is imperative that they are equipped with the proper pool shoes and/or pool walker.
It has been found that MS patients are significantly more mobile in water, thanks to its buoyancy, but it is vital to take the necessary precautions of having either pool shoes and/or a pool walker, to be safe.