Physical balance is crucial because it helps us move confidently, perform daily activities safely, and prevents falls and injuries. Balance is often affected in people with MS due to damage to the nerves that control movement and sensation. In this recently recorded webinar, MS physiotherapist Mahenddra Raj and MS Nurse, Jodi Haartsen provide an overview of understanding balance in MS, how balance is assessed for people with MS, strategies for improving balance and the psychological and emotional impact that balance difficulties can have for people.
Presenters
Mahenddra Raj is a physiotherapist with MS Plus, and he has experience working with people with various neurological and musculoskeletal conditions.
Jodi Haartsen started MS health care and MS nursing over 20 years ago as part of a nursing career in general neurology, neurosurgery, nursing education and research. Jodi’s roles include MS Nurse Practitioner and Manager of the MS clinic at Eastern Health, MS researcher and MS educator. Jodi’s current role is the Executive Manager of the Client Engagement and Wellbeing team at Multiple Sclerosis Limited. She is also a member of the global MS Brain Health Steering Committee and is passionate about the MS Brain Health initiative.
Published April 2024
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