Hello!
This will be a 5K run or walk around Central Michigan University’s
campus that is sponsored by the Physical Therapy Student Organization
(PTSO) for Multiple Sclerosis (MS). MS is an autoimmune disease in which
the covering of nerves is broken down. Proceeds from the event will go
to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. For more information or if you are unable to participate but want to donate to the cause, please
visit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society website
(nationalmssociety.org).
There are three types of MS. Relapsing-remitting MS involves a person
experiencing a flare up of symptoms that will eventually recede with
time. Secondary-progressive MS involves a person gradually experiencing
symptoms in which may or may not recede. Lastly, primary-progressive MS
involves a gradual onset of symptoms with no remission. Someone with MS
may experience symptoms such as fatigue, numbness, fatigue, trouble
walking, vision problems, and shock like pain with neck movements. A
diagnosis of MS can take a significant amount of time, the average
diagnosis taking up to 2 years. Once MS is diagnosed, physical therapy
is one of the health professionals a person might see. Physical therapy
can help strengthen muscles, improve the ability to walk, help balance
and coordination, and improve overall mobility. Although physical
therapy cannot cure MS, it can help improve the quality of life and
independence of the person with the diagnosis.
Sign up using the link to the Run Sign Up page! If you sign up before July 6th, you will receive a T-Shirt with your registration the day of the race!
