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Optimizing Your MS Treatment: Should You See a Physical Therapist?

A physical therapy program may help you maintain mobility and strength with MS.

Lauren Smith, MAMandy Armitage, MD
Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Mandy Armitage, MD
Updated on September 10, 2025
Featuring Asaff Harel, MDReviewed by Mandy Armitage, MD | September 10, 2025

Multiple sclerosis (MS) may cause symptoms that affect your mobility. One way to maintain or regain strength and mobility is physical therapy. In this video, learn the benefits of physical therapy for MS and who may be a good candidate for this program, according to Asaff Harel, MD, Neurologist at Lenox Hill Hospital, Northwell Health.

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Lauren Smith, MA
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Lauren Smith, MA
Lauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.
Mandy Armitage, MD
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Mandy Armitage, MD
Mandy Armitage, MD, has combined clinical medicine with her passion for education and content development for many years. She served as medical director for the health technology companies HealthLoop (now Get Well) and Doximity.

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