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MS fatigue: practical strategies for living well with limited energy
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Fatigue is one of the most common and misunderstood MS symptoms. In this episode, we explore what MS fatigue really is, the emotional weight it can carry, and practical ways to manage fatigue in daily life. We're joined by Helen Cole, occupational therapist; Ruth Stross, MS nurse and Director of Services and Health Professional Lead at the MS Trust; and Dr Rebecca McGuire, Associate Professor in Psychology who lives with MS herself. Together we discuss all aspects of MS fatigue, from how to avoid the "boom and bust" cycle through pacing and planning, to navigating feelings of guilt and frustration when fatigue stops you doing things the way you used to.
Episode Notes
Information on fatigue from MS Trust: mstrust.org.uk/a-z/fatigue
Living with fatigue booklet: shop.mstrust.org.uk/publications/living-with-fatigue/
Telling people at work that you have MS: shop.mstrust.org.uk/publications/telling-people-at-work-that-you-have-ms/
Ask the Expert coping with fatigue: mstrust.org.uk/news/expert/ask-expert-coping-ms-fatigue
Learning to listen to fatigue - a personal story on fatigue: mstrust.org.uk/news/stories/learning-listen-fatigue
Fatigue, more than just being tired - a personal story on fatigue: mstrust.org.uk/news/stories/fatigue-more-just-being-tired
Online fatigue management course from MS Society www.mssociety.org.uk/about-ms/signs-and-symptoms/fatigue/managing-fatigue/online-fatigue-management-course
Miles for MS challenge: mstrust.org.uk/event/miles-ms