4. Coordination and Balance Issues: Walking on a Tightrope
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Balance and coordination, so intrinsic to our daily movements, come under siege with MS. It’s not just about stumbling or missing a step. It’s about the unpredictability.
One day, you might be walking with ease, and the next, it feels as though you’re on a swaying boat. This unpredictability can instill a sense of fear, making individuals wary of moving around freely.
As if the balance issues aren’t enough, many with MS experience tremors. These aren’t just the occasional hand shakes when lifting something heavy but are persistent quivers that can make holding a cup or pen difficult. Dizziness, too, joins the fray, adding another layer of challenge to the already intricate symptom profile of MS. (4)
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