Beds & Northants Ms Therapy Centre

Congratulations to the winners of the Monday Evening Virtual Quiz with Paul in first place, Alan in second and Jane in third place! Your winnings might not quite buy you that flashy car, but perhaps a drink in the pub and a pat on the back!
The prize money will be transferred to your account within the next three days. Please email fundraising@mscentrebedsandnorthants in case of any queries.
The Quiz raised £34.80 for the Centre. We had 30 players in total. A big thank yo...u to all participants (apologies to those who could not join!).
There are two Janes who participated, so please check your ID to see which of you won.
Please let us know if you enjoyed it :)
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Hoping everyone is keeping healthy and safe. Here's another exercise program from Guy to keep everyone active!
You can access the program by clicking the link below and then click on video:
https://ptuk001a.physiotoolsonline.com/‚Ä ¶/TON_PrintReviewPag‚Ķ

Join our online quiz tonight at 7.30pm. Win a cash prize! Only £2. Only 15 mins. Have fun and support the MS Therapy Centre in our hour of need. Thank you! We suggest that you register early so that you are ready for the start of the quiz - speed is key to winning.

As you know, our art event scheduled for next weekend is postponed. The Coronavirus has meant that all of our fundraising events for the next few months will not take place. We are working hard to make sure that the MS Therapy Centre is still here for our members when life is back to normal. Bills still need to be paid, so please keep making your regular donations, or consider making a one-off donation now. THANK YOU SO MUCH! We have lots of ways to donate. Just Giving is a good one: https://donate.justgiving.com/donation-am ount…

Have a safe and relaxed weekend, all!

MS-UK offers the only counselling service of its kind available in the UK. It is confidential and is open to people living with multiple sclerosis.
The service is focused on helping you understand yourself in light of your MS and explore its emotional impact on your life.
Counsellors do not give advice but help you to explore your experiences so that you can find your own way forward.
... Click on the link below to access this phone based service: https://www.ms-uk.org/counselling
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I’m not used to all this sitting around and my lower back is aching. Join me in lengthening, strengthening and stretching your spine.
This stretch relieves pain and stiffness.
Steps:... 1. Before you begin, ensure your knees are directly below hips and palms beneath shoulders. Think of your body as a table, with spine straight and legs and arms strong. 2. Inhale as you lift your torso toward the ceiling. Keep moving up till you feel a mild stretch in your back. Do not leave your neck hanging. Stretch it too. 3. Gently get back to the starting position as you exhale. 4. Again inhale as you bend your torso below pushing it toward the ground to the point of mild tension. 5. Gently exhale as you revert to the starting position.
Best, Sarah xx
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Join us for some quiz fun! Keep minds active from the comfort of your sofa at our Monday Evening Virtual Quiz on 30th March at 7.30pm.
It's just £2 to enter and there are cash prizes to be won for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place.
The more the participants, the higher the prize, so PLEASE SHARE this post with your family and friends!
... It couldn't be simpler: First register as a player by clicking the link below: https://www.virtualquizevents.co.uk/playe r-registration/
Then sign up to the quiz.... https://www.virtualquizevents.co.uk/…/m onday-evening-virtu…/
....and play! It lasts 15 minutes and further instructions are available on the Virtual Quiz website.
Photo credit: Unsplash
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SUNSHINE.
It’s SPRINGTIME amid this horror - enjoy it. If you can’t go outside, open the windows and feel it on your face and breath it in.
With love & best wishes, Sarah xx

This is what the NHS Coronavirus service says about keeping healthy at home. Keep moving to stay healthy. You can use the videos on this link, or the ones that Guy and Sarah are sharing for you. And look after your mental wellbeing as well. If you'd like a chat, we can arrange it. https://www.nhs.uk/…/for-you…/move-mo re/home-workout-videos/ - Do some simple stretches and walk around. - Be kind to yourself https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matt ers/... -Spend time doing things you enjoy - reading, cooking and other indoor hobbies - Try to eat healthy, well-balanced meals, and drink enough water - Spending time with the windows open to let in fresh air, sit and look out at the world where you can, or get out into the garden or sit on your doorstep if you can.
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Another Personal Exercise Program from Guy Stewart using PhysioTools Online.
Click on the link below. Once accessed, click on 'video' above the photos to follow the program.
https://gateway.physiotools.com/Print/P.a spx…
... Stay safe and active! Guy
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The Bedford Spring Half Marathon on the 16th of May has been cancelled, but the organisers have replaced this with a Virtual Run, instead.
The perfect opportunity to stay active and focused during this difficult time! There is no time limit on this, so it can be completed within government regulations/guidance.
As we are their charity partners this year, please email fundraising@mscentrebedsandnorthants .com to register for this.
... For more information, please click the link below: https://www.bedfordspringhalfmarathon.co. uk/
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Let’s get those ankles moving!
Ankle circles help with your range of movement. You can do ankle circles from either a sitting or lying position: Start by turning your ankle around slowly in circles, clockwise and anti-clockwise.
My favourite ankle movement exercise is to try drawing the alphabet in the air with your foot. I personally prefer joined up lower case letters for a smooth flow of movement.
... If you’re unable to move your feet / ankles, I still recommend giving it a go, and imagine your feet moving. The mind is a powerful tool. Stay safe everyone, Sarah x
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Good demonstration of how to wash your hands properly.

Melanie says - thank you for all these exercises from Jenny and Sarah. I really do appreciate it......and STILL do exercises that Sarah taught me when I was able to come to Bedford.. Keep well everyone!‚ù§

Ms Nurse Emma is available TODAY to answer your questions on Coronavirus or other MS issues. Email msnurse@mscentrebedsandnorthants.com . We are also putting some information on our website - we will let you know when it is ready.

Good morning, all!
Here is a Personal Exercise Program to keep active, compiled and sent by: Guy Stewart using PhysioTools Online.
You can access the program by clicking the link below. Once you have accessed the program, please click on 'video' above the photos.
... https://gateway.physiotools.com/Print/P.a spx…
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In view of the current situation, it is with regret that the jigsaw sale today at the Centre is cancelled until further notice.
Dig out and re-do your old jigsaws and stay safe! :)