Learn About Common Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms
Its cause is still not known, but impacting over a million people in the U.S. alone, multiple sclerosis may cause a wide and unpredictable range of symptoms and severity. What we do know is the fact that women are more likely to develop MS, and that each person will experience it in different ways, with […]
Living Comfortably with MS in Your Own Home
Jane Austen once said, “There is nothing like staying at home for real comfort.” And for someone with a chronic illness, like MS, comfort is imperative, as is safety. If your loved one has been diagnosed with MS, the first step in caregiving should be to make the necessary adaptations so the home is a […]
What You Should Know About Multiple Sclerosis
While there is no cure for multiple sclerosis (MS) yet, hundreds of thousands of people in the U.S. are living with it – approximately 400,000 people to be exact, and of that, 86 percent list fatigue as the number one symptom of their disease. The cause of MS is unknown; it is not contagious or […]
MS Fatigue Got You Dragging? Check Out These Tips
According to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 80% of people with MS have fatigue. In these summer days of July, MS-related fatigue is often aggravated by the heat and humidity and tends to get worse as the day goes on. The good news is that there are steps one can take to fight MS-related fatigue […]
Live Free Home Health Care Helps MS Through Whole-Person Centered Care
Many individuals living with multiple sclerosis depend on some level of assistance for their activities of daily living. A few hours a day of practical assistance from a professional caregiver who is trained in MS care can save energy sources from being drained. Nourishing a person’s mind, body and spirit are essential when helping a […]
Treatment For A Loved One After a Muscle Disease Diagnosis
It is important to keep in mind the various forms of treatment that can help a loved one stay strong and independent for as long as possible. For example, a physician directed exercise program along with physical and occupational therapy can help a person stay strong and make the most of the abilities he/she still […]
Maintaining Independence After a Muscle Disease Diagnosis
Helping a loved one diagnosed with muscle disease such as ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) remain as independent as possible is one of the greatest gifts you can give as a caregiver. As the disease progresses and loss of function begins to occur, it is easy to fall into the trap of doing everything possible for […]
Live Free Home Health Care Client Featured in The Laconia Citizen
Jim Lessard, a client of Live Free Home Health Care who is living with MS, was recently featured in the Laconia Citizen. The article discussed how Jim has been able to maintain his independence at home through the help of caregivers from Live Free Home Health Care. Mr. Lessard stated, “My experience with this company […]
Demystifying the Pain of Multiple Sclerosis
Many people associate the term multiple sclerosis with weakness and motor problems, but not necessarily with pain. And yet, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society reports that almost half of all people with MS suffer from chronic pain. Oftentimes, it is difficult for people with MS to describe the pain they experience. Sometimes it is like […]
It’s OK to Accept Help: How Home Care Smoothes the Transitions of MS
Due to the changeability and oftentimes unpredictability of multiple sclerosis symptoms, the type and degree of help needed varies from person to person and may even vary from time to time for the same individual. Because of this, a person with MS may be hesitant to accept assistance with daily activities. However, an experienced caregiver can […]