Stretching muscles is also necessary to prevent long term complications. Gentle stretching daily could lead to reduced pain in muscles and tendons. When there is no stretching done, this could lead to stiffness.

When we normally move around the muscles stretch and stretches and contract. If it is not moves for a long time it gets stiff, depending on what we are doing. If the muscles get stiff for a longtime, pain will occur in the muscle and tendons that connect to the bone.

If muscles are not used, they will get weaker and result in the inability to do daily activities and lifting heavy objects which will directly affect your movement.

If regular exercises are done daily, it will help in the management of the symptoms of MS. Going on a walk with your dog or gardening daily is a good enough exercise.

In some people exercising may induce body heat which may worsen the symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis. In such situations, exercising in Airconditioned area or in a cooler environment may help.

Those who are less fit could do chair exercises which will help to keep flexible. Chair yoga exercises are especially useful for those with slower mobility.

Exercising in water such as a pool is beneficial as it is much easier than doing it outside. It also keeps your body temperature cool.

Start slowly and increase as you feel fit. It is necessary to ensure safety and prevent injury.

Select an activity you enjoy such as walking, stretching, yoga depending on your state of mobility.

Exercising in water is beneficial as its easier to do in water, cooler and more comfortable. It will improve both your fatigue and balance.

Exercising should be gentle and need not be rigorous cardio work outs.

Exercising may improve:

Bladder and bowel control

Bone density

Cognitive functions

Mood

Flexibility

Strength

Energy levels.