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Seated stretches for MS
15 minute film of seated stretches for people with MS. A focus on posture, breathing and gentle movement. Filmed and demonstrated by Sara , Lead Physiotherapist
Posted by The Samson Centre for MS on Wednesday, 1 April 2020

Standing posture exercises for MS

15 min video of exercises to work on improving your standing posture. Led by Sara McGowan, Lead Physiotherapist at the Samson Centre

Posted by The Samson Centre for MS on Thursday, 2 April 2020

Arm strengthening using tins of beans

Today’s exercises require the use of two tins of beans and a toilet roll…15mins of arm exercises which can be completed in sitting or standing. Demonstrated by Sara McGowan, Lead Physiotherapist at the Samson Cente

Posted by The Samson Centre for MS on Friday, 3 April 2020

Daily stretches (part 1)
Short demonstration showing how to stretch your hip flexors and hamstrings. Led by Sara McGowan, Lead Physiotherapist at the Samson Centre for MS.
Posted by The Samson Centre for MS on Tuesday, 7 April 2020

Daily calf stretches for people with MS (part 2)
10min film showing daily stretches for calf muscles in standing. Led by Sara McGowan, Lead Physiotherapist for the Samson Centre for MS
Posted by The Samson Centre for MS on Wednesday, 8 April 2020

A short balance workout to complete in your kitchen.

Here is a short balance workout to complete in your kitchen. It is suitable for community walkers who can walk without the assistance of a walking aid. Do get in touch with suggestions for other demonstrations. Keep moving!

Posted by The Samson Centre for MS on Thursday, 9 April 2020

Seated leg exercises

12min exercise programme for major muscle groups in the legs. Led by Sara McGowan, Lead Physiotherapist

Posted by The Samson Centre for MS on Tuesday, 21 April 2020

Seated arm exercises with a rolled up towel

12 mins of seated exercises. Rolled up hand towel is the only equipment you’ll need. Led by Sara McGowan, Lead Physiotherapist.

Posted by The Samson Centre for MS on Wednesday, 22 April 2020

Positioning in bed plus gentle head and neck exercises

10min video of positioning in bed followed by some gentle head and neck exercises.

Posted by The Samson Centre for MS on Wednesday, 29 April 2020

Why sitting posture is important when you have MS

Tips and tricks to a better sitting posture

Posted by The Samson Centre for MS on Thursday, 30 April 2020

Seated arm exercises with a rolled up towel

12 mins of seated exercises. Rolled up hand towel is the only equipment you’ll need. Led by Sara McGowan, Lead Physiotherapist.

Posted by The Samson Centre for MS on Wednesday, 22 April 2020