MS Practice - for health professionals
MS Practice is an initiative of MS Australia and is a series designed to support allied health professionals in the symptom management of people with multiple sclerosis (MS). The series discusses various symptoms associated with MS and provides health professionals with evidence-based information and clinical practice recommendations to enhance the quality of care and outcomes for people with MS.
MS Practice is a free online resource. Please be aware that MS Australia does not hold printed copies of MS Practice for distribution. If you require a print version, please print directly from the website.
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Balance for people with
multiple sclerosis (MS)
People with MS can develop
balance problems as a result of
damage to the brain or spinal cord.
Finding the best way to manage
balance problems in people with
MS requires a unique approach for
each individual.
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Ataxia and tremor in people with multiple sclerosis (MS)
Ataxia and tremor are common yet
difficult symptoms to manage in
people with MS - often requiring the
involvement of a multidisciplinary team.
Early intervention is important in order
to address both the functional and
psychological issues associated with
these symptoms.
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Spasticity and multiple sclerosis (MS)
Spasticity is one of the most common
physical symptoms experienced by
people with MS. Because spasticity
can significantly affect motor
performance and the activities of
daily
living among people with MS,
appropriate management should be
implemented from the
time of onset.
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Aquatic exercise for people
with multiple sclerosis (MS)
Aquatic exercise provides many
potential benefits for people
with MS.
Professionals who have
exercise qualifications are suited to
prescribe this form of exercise.
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Strength and cardiorespiratory
exercise for people with
multiple sclerosis (MS)
People with MS experience specific
problems that may affect their performance
of strength
and cardiorespiratory exercises.
An understanding of the MS population is
required for the successful implementation
of such exercises.
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Management of complex symptoms
in multiple sclerosis (MS)
People with MS can present with a
complex range of symptoms. Some
of these include dysautonomia
(autonomic dysfunction), fatigue,
cognitive impairment, and mood
disorders. These symptoms must
be managed in order to optimise
intervention outcomes.
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Pain and multiple sclerosis (MS)
Pain in people with MS can be the direct
result of demyelination and axonal loss.
Other MS symptoms such as spasticity or
weakness, as well as disorders that affect
the general population, may also lead to
pain in people with MS.
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