236. MS Mobility Aid Exercises: How to Get Stronger With Your Cane, Walker or Rollator
Description
In this episode, I’m sharing how your cane, trekking poles, or rollator can actually make you stronger—not weaker!
As a physical therapist specializing in multiple sclerosis (MS), I often hear concerns about becoming dependent on mobility aids. But with the right exercises for MS and strength-building strategies, these aids can help improve mobility, balance, and confidence while walking with MS.
Tune in as I break down four specific MS-friendly exercises you can do with your mobility aid, tips for transitioning between devices, and adaptive modifications for all abilities—including seated options. If you’re looking for expert MS physical therapy advice, practical movement tips, and resources on using canes, rollators, or trekking poles for MS, this episode will empower you to use your mobility equipment as a tool for independence. Let’s debunk the myths together and help you get stronger with MS, one step at a time!
Resources Mentioned In This Episode:
The MSing Link, Episode 146, How to Transition to a Different Mobility Aid - Apple / Spotify
The MSing Link, Episode 189, Exercises for MS: Wheelchair/Seated Edition - Apple / Spotify
MS Mobility Guide - https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/ms-mobility-equipment-guide-podcast
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