About Us
The 'Therapists in MS' initiative was started by a number of therapy professionals in 2004 and it brings together UK allied health professionals who share a special interest in Multiple Sclerosis.
Mission
To improve MS services within the UK, through the promotion and development of the therapist's role in the holistic care and management of people with multiple sclerosis.
Aims
- To be a proactive voice for UK therapists to influence the development of services for people affected by MS.
- To support UK therapists who have an interest in MS through the sharing of expertise and best practice.
- To increase awareness of the therapist's role in MS amongst other health/social care professionals and stakeholders.
- To recognise and raise the profile of the increasing number of therapists working at a specialist level in MS.
- To develop educational initiatives which provide support for UK therapists with an interest in MS.
- To encourage therapists to undertake and publish research in the field of MS.
- To forge links with other professional MS organisations, both nationally and internationally.
The Therapists in MS initiative is supported and facilitated by the Multiple Sclerosis Trust
A core "Network Working Group" of about 25 therapists consult regularly and work on various projects which address these Aims.