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Jennifer Smrtka¹, Christina Caon, Carol Saunders

¹Ft. Lauderdale MS Center, Pompano Beach, FL, USA. jsmrtka.fusionhealth@gmail.com

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Improving adherence to multiple sclerosis (MS) treatments is crucial for maximizing disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) effectiveness. This article highlights strategies to overcome adherence barriers for better MS management.

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Area of Science:

Neurology
Immunology
Patient Care

Background:

Multiple sclerosis (MS) treatment has evolved significantly with disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) since the 1990s.
DMTs show substantial efficacy in relapsing-remitting MS and other forms, but patient adherence is key to their benefit.
Obstacles to adherence significantly impact treatment outcomes in multiple sclerosis care.

Purpose of the Study:

To identify and address unmet educational needs for healthcare professionals and patients regarding MS treatment adherence.
To explore cognitive, psychosocial, and cultural factors that impede adherence to multiple sclerosis therapies.
To examine the impact of emerging MS therapies on adherence and future educational requirements.

Main Methods:

Clinical experience-based observations.
Analysis of cognitive, psychosocial, and cultural impediments to adherence.
Exploration of educational needs for advanced-practice nurses, neurologists, patients, and care partners.

Main Results:

Adherence to multiple sclerosis treatments is a significant factor influencing therapeutic efficacy.
Cognitive, psychosocial, and cultural factors present real-world challenges to patient adherence.
Emerging MS therapies, including oral agents, will necessitate updated educational strategies.

Conclusions:

Effective patient education is vital to overcome adherence barriers in multiple sclerosis management.
Addressing diverse patient needs is essential for optimizing the benefits of disease-modifying therapies.
Continuous adaptation of educational approaches is required to support evolving multiple sclerosis care and emerging treatments.