Multiple Sclerosis Walking Sticks | Service Navigation SCIO | Equipment & Funding | Underestimated

Living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) can be challenging, but there are various ways to manage the symptoms and improve overall quality of life. MS can affect the ability to walk due to muscle weakness, spasticity, numbness, or poor coordination. These challenges make it essential for people with MS to find effective ways regain confidence in their ability to move. Walking sticks provide additional support, reducing the risk of falls and improving overall stability. They can help to maintain mobility and independence, making it easier to navigate through the day by conserving energy and reducing fatigue.

Erika Labbé lives in Woodstock, ON with her partner, her two kids and stepson. In this episode Erika shares her experience using walking sticks during a flare up of MS symptoms, especially in the winter. She credits the help she received from Hannah Bear from SCIO's Service Navigation team and the skilled Physio and OT at Parkwood Institute in London, Ontario, with getting her home safely back to her kids and family.

At SCIO, our Service Navigation team is dedicated to empowering individuals by facilitating access to essential equipment and financial resources. Our coordinators are here to guide you through the process, ensuring you find the mobility devices and adaptive technologies that enhance your independence and safety. Finding the right equipment at the right price or the right features can be a challenge. We look for resources and options for our clients and provide information on where you can look for yourself.

Beyond providing direct support, we’re committed to advocating for broader access to these crucial tools, aiming to transform the landscape of mobility disability support for the better.

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