Mind the gap: Piloting an occupational therapy service in a multiple sclerosis clinic.

Abstract

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a lifelong condition that affects the brain and spinal cord. It damages the layer that surrounds and protects the nerves, affecting how they carry messages around the body.

Current evidence related to MS care: Support for a multidisciplinary team (MDT) approach for people with MS and optimally to start at time of diagnosis Support for occupational therapy (OT) input in rehabilitation and community settings Support for MS care units, including an OT within the MDT team

At Monash Health: Patients with MS are seen in an outpatient MS clinic Prior to 2023 MS Clinic was attended by medical, nursing and physiotherapy staff

Lack of OT presence in the outpatient MS clinic was hypothesised to be a potential gap.

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