Short and mid-term research priorities for Veterans with multiple sclerosis: A modified Delphi process engaging Veterans, researchers, and operational partners

Abstract: Background/Objective: Identifying research priorities of Veterans, MS researchers, and key stakeholders is critical to advance high-quality, evidence-based, and …

Multiple sclerosis disease-modifying therapy use in the Department of Veteran Affairs and Medicare: A comparative analysis

Abstract: Background: High-cost disease-modifying therapies (DMT) for multiple sclerosis (MS) have created affordability challenges for people with MS (PwMS) and payers. The …

Perspectives on fatigue management among Veterans living with multiple sclerosis

Abstract: Background: Chronic fatigue is one of the most common, disabling, and least understood symptoms of many chronic health conditions including multiple sclerosis (MS). A …

Investigating Disparities in Smoking Cessation Treatment for Veterans with Multiple Sclerosis: A National Analysis

Abstract: Background and aims: Smoking is a risk factor for multiple sclerosis (MS) development, symptom burden, decreased medication efficacy, and increased disease-related …

Blood flow restriction and Veterans with multiple sclerosis and advanced disability: Protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Abstract: Objective: The purpose of this study will be to determine the efficacy of low intensity lower extremity resistance training with and without blood flow restriction (BFR) …

Review of neurological rehabilitation for Multiple Sclerosis in the British Military

Abstract: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a progressive neurological disorder, classically presenting in working age adults, including those in the Armed Forces. The Defence Medical …

Impact of adherence to disease-modifying therapies on employment among veterans with multiple sclerosis

Abstract: Purpose: Patients who adhere to their disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) have a lower rate of MS-related relapses and disability. We sought to determine the adherence …

Mortality from Multiple Sclerosis in British Military Personnel

Abstract: Background: While analysing trends in occupational mortality in England and Wales, we noticed an unexpectedly elevated proportion of deaths from multiple sclerosis (MS) …