Light Touch Helps Grip of MS Patients

People with MS use excessive force when lifting objects, which can lead to fatigue and make everyday tasks difficult, physical therapists from the University of Illinois at Chicago explained in a school news release. Using the finger of the opposite hand to apply a gentle touch to the affected hand may help improve control and coordination, they stated. The study included eight adults with MS who were asked to grip and lift a variety of objects and move them in several different ways, directions and velocities. When they used the gentle finger touch, the force of their grip was reduced and the task became easier. Everyday Health