Hips that sag

Back

This problem is not directly caused by MS but rather the effect MS has on the way you use the body. As discussed in item 3, we spend a great deal of time seated and the tendon that runs from the knee up the front of the thigh to the hip is also allowed to shorten quite dramatically. The easiest way to correct this problem (and it also a very effective and quick way) is to lie on the tummy with the head resting comfortably and bend the knee so the foot raises up towards your seat (6). You will feel the stretch immediately. Slowly lower the leg back down and repeat 3 times and then compare how much flatter that hip feels compared with the other one. Repeat to the other side and if there is any difficulty raising the foot ask someone to place a chair there to support it (7). When you become comfortable with this move you can increase the stretch by gently pushing the hip into the floor as you breath in and releasing the push as you exhale. As you become accustomed to this move and your body becomes more supple you can do this with both legs at once.