The MS Family Study

Researchers from the Menzies Institute for Medical Research are seeking participants who come from families with multiple relatives affected by multiple sclerosis (MS). By analysing the genetic code of such families, the researchers want to better understand the inherited risk of MS.

ACT-Sydney Multiple Sclerosis (MS) cohort study

As part of the Our Health in Our Hands (OHIOH) project, researchers at the Australian National University and Sydney Adventist Hospital are working together to improve the clinical management and overall health and wellbeing of people living with multiple sclerosis (MS). In this study we are recruiting people with MS as well as people who […]

People with mobility-impairing neurological conditions perspectives about graduated compression stockings to prevent deep vein thrombosis.

This research aims to acquire information on the users’ needs around graduated compression stockings (GCS) and identify the drawbacks of current available GCS designs. Their difficulties in wearing, daily use, and the factors affecting the selection of the compression stockings, will be identified in the online survey and focus group using Zoom. To identify the […]

Exploring the use and need for lifestyle management of multiple sclerosis

This study is a survey of people living with Multiple Sclerosis to explore the use of lifestyle factors such as nutrition, exercise and stress management for symptom management. It will investigate the need for information, priorities for lifestyle areas and opinions in relation health care support for this form of self-management.

Social connectedness and long-term health conditions

This is a qualitative research study that aims to gain a better understanding of the experiences of loneliness of people living with long-term health conditions (such as MS). We have already finalised recruitment for participants living with long-term health conditions and are now seeking health- and community-care professionals who provide care and support for people […]

Assessing Lower Limb Strength and Walking Ability in Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis

The research study aims to investigate strength in the lower limb and its association with walking ability. In addition, other factors related to Multiple Sclerosis (MS) that may affect walking, including spasticity, balance, leg sensation and contractures in the ankle, will be assessed. We hope to use the information we get from this research study […]

Exploring the food journey to inform guidance for persons living with Multiple Sclerosis

Interviews using open-ended questioning to be conducted online (zoom/webex/microsoft teams) for approximately 30-45 minutes. The purpose of this research is to explore the topic of food with individual’s diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) and investigate what factors might influence their experience with food. This project will add to the research to help identify factors that […]