The progression of my disability due to Multiple Sclerosis has been difficult. Yet over time I have learned to cope and live well in spite of it.
Each loss of functionality I experienced reminded me of a loss I had once helped a patient deal with. My years as a physical therapist helping patients came back to help me. I now understand far better the importance of living well with a disability, both emotionally and functionally. Life should go on, the needs are the same. Having friends, being involved, doing the things you care about.
This blog is my attempt to share my knowledge and experience as a physical therapist, my memories of my former patients and my own successes at living well with the disability from MS.
Having multiple sclerosis and limited physical ability has limited one of my favorite activities namely gardening. I've used garden pots on our deck and window boxes around our front porch. We also have raised beds where you can sit on… more »
I was reminded the other night how much I have changed. How my priorities and my sensitivity to certain issues are not quite what they were 10-15 years ago. I was out last night to wonderful fundraising event for our our local nursing home W… more »
Ellie’s Rules for Coping Well with MS and Disability
Get Knowledge
Admit What's Happening
Set a Functional Goal
Adapt Lifestyle
Attitude is Everything
Be an Advocate
Live Life to the Fullest
Laugh Often
Then All You Need is Love