Your Life Hacks
Life hacks are creative ways to make everyday tasks simpler. You have shared your top tips for tackling the unique challenges that life with MS brings.
Tired of dust bugs?
Cleaning Tips #MSLifeHacks#1
Use a lint roller for low-effort cleaning.
Find depth perception hard?
Balance & depth perception #MSLifeHacks#2
Cover furniture corners with bubble wrap to protect from sharp bumps.
Struggle scrubbing stains from clothes?
Cleaning tips #MsLifeHacks#3
Spritz hairspray, leave for 10 mins & wipe.
Trouble understanding jewelry chains?
Dexterity #MsLifeHacks#4
Sprinkle with baby powder & pull apart with a pin.
Need things to be easily accessible?
Mobility #MsLifeHacks#5
Use shoe boxes as drawer dividers.
Motor skills make chopping a challenge?
Dexterity #MsLifeHacks#6
Switch your knife for scissors when cutting herbs.
Trouble reading nutrition labels?
Vision #MsLifeHacks#7
Tie a magnifier to a chain for shopping trips.
Cleaning your blender a chore?
Cleaning tips #MsLifeHacks#8
Fill halfway with soapy water & switch on for 10 mins.
Struggle gripping playing cards?
Dexterity #MsLifeHacks#9
Cut a slit into a pool noodle to use as a holder.
Want to easily keep a grip on cold drinks?
Dexterity #MsLifeHacks#10
Put your straw through the pull hole tab to keep it in place.
Sensitive skin cause problems
Skin sensitivity #MsLifeHacks#11
Try exfoliating with a little brown sugar.
Want to minimize movement in the AM?
Mobility #MsLifeHacks#12
Lay out your bag and clothes the night before.
Chinaware feel heavy to carry?
Mobility #MsLifeHacks#13
Invest in a rolling cart to move them around the kitchen.
Hot weather cause discomfort?
Heat discomfort #MSLifeHacks#14
Soak a light scarf in cool water & wear outside.
Experiencing issues typing?
Dexterity #MSLifeHacks#15
Switch your keyboard for one with larger buttons.
Summer heat getting you down?
Heat discomfort #MSLifeHacks#16
Organize your day so you’re busiest in the cooler morning time.
Need to stay motivated?
Motivation #MSLifeHacks#17
Set calendar reminders to keep revisiting your MS goals.
Find it hard to grab utensils?
Dexterity #MSLifeHacks#18
Use adhesive hooks to keep kitchen tools in easy reach.
Vision problems making meal times a challenge?
Vision #MSLifeHacks#19
Invest in colorful cutlery to help it stand out from the table.
Need shower gels in an easy to reach place?
Mobility #MSLifeHacks#20
Install an extra shower rod, attach hooks & baskets for products.