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Anna Gillisdotter^1,2, Malin Regardt^3,4, Eva Månsson Lexell^5,6

¹Medical Unit Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy, Function Allied Health Professionals, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden.

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Summary

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The "Managing Fatigue" program helps people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) manage daily fatigue. Participants found the structured sessions valuable and learned energy-saving skills, though ongoing support is beneficial.

Keywords:

Occupational therapy group intervention occupations self-management

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Area of Science:

Occupational therapy
Rehabilitation science
Neuroscience

Background:

The "Managing Fatigue" (MF) program aids individuals with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in managing daily fatigue.
While MF program feasibility is established with Swedish occupational therapists, participant experiences and learning outcomes require further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the experiences of Swedish MS participants with the MF program's content and structure.
To identify the learning outcomes for MS participants engaging in the MF program.

Main Methods:

Qualitative interviews were conducted with nine MS participants.
Data analysis followed a direct content analysis approach.

Main Results:

Participants found the MF program material relevant and valued the structured, multi-modal teaching methods.
The group format and skilled leadership fostered participant learning.
Participants acquired occupational skills for energy conservation, re-evaluated daily activities, and initiated personal change, highlighting a need for post-program individual support.

Conclusions:

The MF program demonstrates feasibility and effectiveness for MS participants in developing practical fatigue management skills for daily life.
Future research should incorporate outcome measures focused on occupational engagement to assess program effectiveness.