Exercises for people with MS
Exercise 9 Double arm raise
Helps with:
Strength
Arm and hand
Starting position:
Sitting
Lying
Starting position
Sitting on a firm surface eg edge of the bed, on a stool/chair or even the loo!
This exercise can also be done in a lying position.
Step one
Hold an umbrella, pole, rolling pin or something similar, at hip level.
Step two
Keeping the elbows straight, raise the umbrella up and over your head if you can without causing any pain
Then lower slowly.
Repeat 3-5 times.
If you have problems/concerns, talk to a physiotherapist