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Jack S Burks¹, George Kim Bigley, Harry Haydon Hill

¹Medicine (Neurology), University School of Medicine, Reno, Nevada; and Chief Medical Officer, Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA), Cherry Hill, New Jersey, USA.

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Rehabilitation is crucial for managing multiple sclerosis (MS), improving patient function and quality of life. An interdisciplinary team approach addresses diverse MS symptoms and daily living challenges throughout the disease course.

Keywords:

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Neurology
Rehabilitation Medicine

Background:

Current multiple sclerosis (MS) treatments focus on reducing exacerbations and slowing progression.
Rehabilitation interventions are increasingly recognized for their value across all MS disease stages.

Purpose of the Study:

To highlight the integral role of rehabilitation in managing multiple sclerosis (MS).
To emphasize the necessity of an interdisciplinary healthcare team in addressing MS-related impairments and improving quality of life.

Main Methods:

Review of existing literature on rehabilitation interventions for multiple sclerosis (MS).
Emphasis on the comprehensive, team-based approach to patient care.

Main Results:

Rehabilitation addresses a wide spectrum of MS-related issues including fatigue, weakness, mobility, cognition, and daily activities.
An integrated healthcare team improves patient safety, prevents secondary disabilities, and enhances overall quality of life.

Conclusions:

Rehabilitation is an essential component of multiple sclerosis (MS) management, not an adjunct therapy.
A multidisciplinary team, including patients and families, is vital for optimizing functional abilities and well-being in individuals with MS.