Plus Flex and Flow

Neurological conditions such as MS, Parkinson’s and stroke can cause muscle spasticity, where muscles become tight and resistant to movement. Regular stretching helps to alleviate this spasticity, reducing muscle stiffness and discomfort while also increasing range of motion.

Our 30-minute Plus Flex and Flow sessions are thoughtfully tailored with a range of positioning, stretching and relaxing techniques to help ease muscle tightness and stiffness. Run by exercise physiologists who specialise in helping people living with MS and other neurological conditions, Plus Flex and Flow can help you move comfortably and keep your muscles, ligaments and joints as flexible as possible.

Regular stretching and exercises can:

• ease muscle stiffness and discomfort
• increase mobility and range of motion
• increase blood flow to muscles which helps nourish the body and remove waste products
• promote better posture
• reduce stress and anxiety
• enhance relaxation, boost self-esteem and self-confidence
• improve overall health and wellbeing.

Plus Flex and Flow is a 6-week program run by MS Plus exercise physiologists at our Footscray (Vic) and Hobart wellbeing centres. We’re here to guide and support you throughout this gentle movement and exercise program. Book in for an assessment with one of our friendly team to determine your suitability for Plus Flex and Flow.

Who is this program suitable for?

This program is designed for people living with neurological conditions and/or movement disorders who may experience, muscle tightness, decreased range of motion and/or spasticity.

What is the structure of Plus Flex & Flow?

Classes are run on a weekly basis. You can sign up for a number of weeks at a time with the option to continue a ‘rollover’ into the next 6-week program.

How do I get started?

• Initial Assessment

If you are not already a client with MS Plus accessing the exercise physiology (EP) service, you will need to book in to complete at 1:1 appointment with an EP where baseline measurements of strength, mobility and flexibility can be taken. This requirement is to ensure that individual functional capabilities and exercise tolerance is considered in each class for each participant.

• 6x 30-minute group classes

You will attend a 30-minute group class every week for six weeks. These include tailored movements and advice from our EP around incorporating more mobility into your everyday life from.

How many people can I expect in a session?

We limit each program intake to 4-6 people to allow for a personalised experience. Each location’s numbers will vary.

How can I pay for Plus Flex and Flow?

There are several ways to pay for this service, including:

• NDIS funding
• My Aged Care funding
• private health insurance
• paying privately with a potential Medicare rebate.

We can help you work out the most suitable payment method when you book your class.