Exploring Self-Management Lifestyle Interventions in People Living with Multiple Sclerosis in Rural and Regional Australia
type of intervention
Non-interventional
recruitment status
Recruiting
region
ACT, NSW, NT, NZ, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA
type of ms
Primary progressive MS, Relapsing MS, Relapsing remitting MS, Secondary progressive MS
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an inflammatory neurological disease of the central nervous system. There are several pharmacological treatments available to treat symptoms, relapses, and in some cases, progression, but there is no cure for MS. However, there is evidence that shows lifestyle changes can help people improve mental and physical health, quality of life (QOL) and disease symptoms. There is minimal evidence exploring lifestyle interventions for people living with MS in rural and regional areas and what unique barriers they face. The aim of this project is to explore the experiences of people living with MS in rural Australia using lifestyle modifications to manage their disease and what support they need.
- Diagnosis of MS by a neurologist
- Aged 18 years or older living in rural or regional Australia
- Individuals younger than 18 (paediatric MS)
- Individuals with Clinically Isolated Syndrome (CIS)
Currently recruiting
Alexandra Nikitas Kitching, PhD candidate
Violet Vines Marshman Centre for Rural Health Research
La Trobe Rural Health School | La Trobe University
E: a.kitching@latrobe.edu.au or 21101627@students.latrobe.edu.au
A/Prof Virginia Dickson-Swift, Principal Investigator
Violet Vines Marshman Centre for Rural Health Research
La Trobe Rural Health School | La Trobe University
P: +61 3 5444 7852 E: v.dickson-swift@latrobe.edu.au
Further details can be found:
- By clicking on the flyer
NSW/ACT/SA/VIC/QLD/WA/TAS/NZ
Yes
01/04/2026
