Multiple Sclerosis Videoclip
This month's video clip is on exercise for persons with multiple sclerosis. View it at http://www.ncpad.org/256/1661/Exercise~for~People~with~Multiple~Sclerosis~-~Series~II. For additional information on exercise and multiple sclerosis, see NCPAD's multiple sclerosis factsheets at
http://www.ncpad.org/70/520/Multiple~Sclerosis,
http://www.ncpad.org/155/1175/Multiple~Sclerosis~and~Exercise, and
http://www.ncpad.org/156/1192/Multiple~Sclerosis~~~Designing~an~Exercise~Program.
Video Review: Sit and Be Fit: Balance and Fall Prevention Workout
Renowned TV host Mary Ann Wilson, RN, and Lori McCormick, PT team up with Sequoia Hospital, Sequoia Hospital Foundation, Trauma Center at Stanford University Medical Center, and the San Mateo County Fall Prevention Task Force to present a program on gentle exercises to prevent falls. Wilson emphasizes the importance of safety, breathing, and posture throughout the tape, and demonstrates the exercises while standing, while McCormick provides seated adaptations to the program.
To order this video or other products from the Sit and Be Fit website, go to http://www.ncpad.org/687/3102/2005-02-01#6 or call 509-448-9438.