In 2001, Barrington resident Joy Wagner left her job as a nurse at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital.

Wagner was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, and the condition soon began to affect her vision and equilibrium, interfering with her ability to care for her children.

So she decided to do something about it, creating a fitness and rehab regimen she would eventually offer to others.

I decided to work with people like me, said Wagner, who runs the FitMS NeuroBalance Center on Hart Road. I think its just about pushing the envelope and looking under every rock.

The FitMS NeuroBalance Center is a community resource center that offers fitness and training for people living with neuromuscular and autoimmune disorders.

Our specialty is people with neuromuscular and autoimmune diseases, but its for anyone whose mobility and balance have been challenged, Wagner explained.

FitMS NeuroBalance Center offers weekly classes and one-on-one training for people with various conditions by incorporating repetitive exercises, mirrors, yoga and other forms of physical therapy.

I would describe us as complementary medicine, Wagner said, noting the goal of her programs is to tailor exercise routines to make a difference for clients, but not overwhelm or exhaust them.

Its about riding that balance, she said.

FitMS NeuroBalance Center chiropractor LeeAnn Steinfeldt said she works with Parkinsons patients, focusing on balance, muscle and strength to help the brain work with the body.

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Barrington center offers complementary approach to neuromuscular, autoimmune treatment