Publications
Therapists in MS - Delivering the Long-term Solutions
Aims
- To recognise and raise the profile of the increasing number of therapists working at a specialist level
- To be a proactive voice for UK therapists to influence the development of services for people affected by MS.
- To increase awareness of the therapist's role in MS amongst other health/social care professionals and stakeholders.
Contents
The publication highlights the unique and crucial role played by therapists in the effective, holistic management of MS. Produced partly in response to the National Service Framework for Long-term Conditions it contains recommendations for MS Therapy Services for each quality requirement of the NSF
It is available free from the MS Trust and should be used to raise the profile of therapist interventions in MS amongst political stakeholders, NHS managers, and other health and social care professionals.
Download a copy of the publication here (PDF)
Order a copy to be sent out by post from the MS Trust
POSTURAL SEATING GUIDE
Maintaining a good posture in sitting is essential for people with multiple sclerosis to minimise the risks associated with poor postures held for long periods (e.g. contractures, pressure ulcers)
With this in mind, the TiMS Education Working Group produced a practical notebook-style guide defining what are good and bad postures and identifying the problems which may occur if a good sitting position is not maintained.
Written by physiotherapist Wendy Hendrie and published in collaboration with TiMS; the guide, entitled "Are you sitting comfortably....?", is for anyone with MS who spends most of their day sitting down.
The publication is aimed at peoplewith MS as well as informal and formal carers and health professionals.
To reach as wide an audience as possible the guide is now produced in a web-based format.
Visit the MS Trust Website to view