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## How to Make Your Safe When You Have MS
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic neurological condition that affects the central nervous system. It can cause a wide range of symptoms, including fatigue, weakness, numbness, tingling, vision problems, and cognitive difficulties.
Because MS can affect your mobility and cognitive abilities, it's important to take steps to make your home safe and accessible. Here are some tips:
* Remove clutter from your home. Clutter can make it difficult to move around and increase your risk of falls.
* Keep your floors clean and dry. Wet or slippery floors can also increase your risk of falls.
* Install grab bars in your bathroom. Grab bars can help you get in and out of the shower or bathtub safely.
* Raise the toilet seat. A raised toilet seat can make it easier to sit down and stand up.
* Install a stairlift if you have stairs in your home. A stairlift can help you get up and down the stairs safely.
* Make sure your home is well-lit. Good lighting can help you see obstacles and avoid falls.
* Arrange your furniture so that it's easy to move around. Avoid blocking pathways with furniture or other objects.
* Keep sharp objects out of reach. Sharp objects can be dangerous if you have difficulty controlling your movements.
* Install a medical alert system. A medical alert system can help you get help if you fall or have another emergency.
By following these tips, you can help make your home safe and accessible and reduce your risk of injuries.
Additional tips
In addition to the tips above, there are a few other things you can do to make your home safer if you have MS:
* Talk to your doctor or occupational therapist about home safety. They can provide you with specific recommendations based on your needs.
* Consider hiring a home safety inspector. A home safety inspector can identify potential hazards in your home and recommend ways to make it safer.
* Make small changes to your home over time. You don't have to make all of the changes listed above at once. Start by making the changes that are most important and work your way up to the rest.
By taking steps to make your home safe, you can help reduce your risk of injuries and live a more independent life.