There are lots of reasons people enjoy creative writing; it can give you a safe space to express yourself and there is evidence that it can help people both physically and emotionally, by reducing stress and anxiety. Why not come along and see for yourself just what is involved in creative writing, try something new,… Read more »
Posts Categorized: MS Society Local Branch
Bladder and bowel – Management strategies and exercise – MS-UK online webinar, Mon 19 Dec
This final information session of 2022 with Dr Gretchen Hawley will focus on bladder and bowel and the physiotherapy approaches that can be used in the management of issues associated, including exercises for stretching and strengthening the pelvic floor. The session will be discussing the terms of incontinence, urgency, frequency and retention and how these… Read more »
How to cope with Christmas stress and MS
Christmas is often pictured as a time of joy and happiness. But it also brings a lot of stress and is usually very busy. When you have MS, it can affect your daily life and symptoms. Helena, from the MS Trust Information and Engagement team, explores some ideas on how to reduce Christmas stress. Read the… Read more »
Love to Move movement through dance introduction workshop – MS-UK webinar, Wed 14 Dec
MS-UK welcome Bridget Poulter who is a ‘Love to Move’ dance instructor and will be providing the opportunity to understand the benefits of movement through dance in this introduction session online. Date: Wednesday 14 December Time: 2pm to 3pm The British Gymnastic Foundation (BGF) devised Love to Move based on Japanese research on the benefits… Read more »
MS and Driving webinar: MS Society – 28 November
Join this online session with Dr. Anuraj Varshney, Programme Lead for Driving Assessment and Outdoor Mobility Education Programme. Dr. Varshney leads an ever-expanding service providing specialist clinical input and skills, he has 32 years’ experience working with patients with various physical and neurological conditions. He will discuss the medical fitness to drive assessment and how… Read more »
Come and tell the MS Trust your views – new workshop date
A message from national charity, the MS Trust: If you live with MS, or love or care for someone with MS, the MS Trust would like to hear from you! The MS Trust is keen to hear from all people who have MS in their lives, to understand how our information and services can better… Read more »
MS-UK workshop – Diet, supplements and gut microbiome – Wed 23 Nov
This online session takes a look at the popular MS diets, supplements and latest research on gut microbiome, helping to improve MS symptoms. This workshop reviews the MS-UK ‘Diet and Supplements’ Choices booklet which has been updated with the latest information on diet and nutrition for MS. The booklet provides a comprehensive review of the… Read more »
MS Society Online Workshop: Loss Through the Lens of Self-Compassion – 8 November
This three week course offers you a space to reflect on loss you have experienced due to living with MS. Some find they have lost their sense of who they were prior to diagnosis, others feel the impact of loss of function and others experience losses such as being unable to work fulltime. Over the… Read more »
MS Society Online Session: Moving Together with MS – 7 November
These Moving Together with MS sessions are led by volunteers and they talk about how getting physically active has helped them to take control of their own wellbeing. These sessions are a great way to connect with others from across the UK to share hints and tips on ways to get and stay motivated to… Read more »