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The MS Trust is a UK charity, one of our main objectives is to supply information to people affected by MS. We are able to do this free of charge thanks mainly to the generosity of the UK public. In order to ensure the maximum number of people are able to receive our publications we need to limit our supplies to 1 copy per item ordered. Thank you for observing this limit. Health professionals may request larger quantities for delivery to their place of work. If you have any queries please contact us on 01462 476700 or via info@mstrust.org.uk.
Alemtuzumab (Lemtrada) - factsheet
Alemtuzumab is an experimental new drug that has shown promising results as a treatment for people with relapsing remitting MS. The factsheet discusses the recent and ongoing research into the drug and some of the safety concerns raised during trials.
Price: Free
At work with MS
The book considers some of the ways in which MS might affect work, the protection afforded under the Equality Act and what adjustments can be made for a successful working life with MS.
Price: Free
BG-12 (Tecfidera) - factsheet
BG-12 is an experimental new drug that has shown promising results as a treatment for people with relapsing remitting MS. The factsheet discusses the recent research into the drug, side effects and current licensing status.
Price: Free
Bladder management - factsheet
Bladder problems are among the most common symptoms reported by people with MS. This factsheet gives an overview of the main symptoms and their treatments.
Price: Free
Bowel management - factsheet
Around half of all people with MS experience bowel symptoms at some stage. This factsheet discusses the different types of problem that can occur and how they can be managed.
Price: Free
Clinically isolated syndrome (CIS) - factsheet
A clinically isolated syndrome (CIS) is a single episode of demyelination in the central nervous system. Many people who experience a CIS are eventually diagnosed with multiple sclerosis.
Price: Free
Cognition - factsheet
Describes the range of cognitive problems that can occur with MS - eg difficulties with short-term memory, concentration, verbal fluency - and discusses ways to approach managing the various problems.
Price: Free
Depression - factsheet
It is estimated that about half of all people with MS will experience an episode of depression at some stage. This factsheet gives an overview of the main symptoms, causes and treatments.
Price: Free
Diet - factsheet
Written with the help of a registered dietitian, this factsheet looks at the elements of a healthy diet and summarises and reviews evidence about diet in MS.
Price: Free
Disease modifying drug therapy
A book for people with relapsing MS, who may be considering treatment with one of the disease modifying drug therapies. It aims to provide an understanding of how the drugs work and affect MS, and help readers have informed discussions with their health team about the treatment options.
Price: Free
Exercises for people with MS
Fully updated as web pages. The new version expands the range of exercises and allows users to put together a personalised set of exercises to meet their own particular needs. Each exercise is clearly illustrated with an animation and can be downloaded as a pdf. Click 'Read online' to visit the Exercise web pages.
Price: Free
Falls: managing the ups and downs of MS
The book looks at factors that increase the risk of falling and includes tips and suggestions for reducing the dangers. There is also a section on the fear of falling and information on how someone can remain safe should they have a fall.
Price: Free
Fampridine (Fampyra) - factsheet
This factsheet provides information about fampridine, a drug treatment for improving walking in MS.
Price: Free
Functional electrical stimulation (FES) - factsheet
FES is a form of treatment to aid mobility and is chiefly used in MS to correct dropped foot. This factsheet looks at how the treatment works, who might benefit and how to find services.
Price: Free
Kids' guide to MS
The Kids' Guide to MS is aimed at 6-10 year olds who have a mum or dad with MS. Fully illustrated in bright colours with engaging characters, this Kids' Guide is a book that children can read on their own or with a parent.
Price: Free
Laquinimod - factsheet
Laquinimod is an experimental new drug that has shown promising results as a treatment for people with relapsing remitting MS. The factsheet discusses the recent research into the drug, side effects and current licensing status.
Price: Free
Living with fatigue
Fatigue is one of the commonest symptoms of MS and can have a major impact on daily life. Living With Fatigue was written in conjunction with an MS specialist occupational therapist and illustrated with comments by people with MS who know what it is like to live with the symptom.
Price: Free
Mitoxantrone - factsheet
Mitoxantrone is a chemotherapy drug that is occasionally used to treat aggressive relapsing remitting or secondary progressive MS where relapses are still a significant feature.
Price: Free
MS explained
MS Explained is a book for anyone who wants to understand the mechanisms of MS and what causes symptoms to occur.
Price: Free
MS together
MS Together is a collection of video clips containing clear and concise information about MS. Contributors include healthcare professionals and people with MS sharing personal reflections and experience of living with MS.
Price: Free
MS: what does it mean for me?
If you have recently been diagnosed with MS, you will almost certainly have a number of questions about how it will affect your life.
Price: Free
Pain - chatroom transcript
This chatroom gave people with MS who experience pain the opportunity to ask questions of health professionals with expertise in the topic and to share experiences and problems with others in a similar situation.
Price: Free
Pain - factsheet
It is estimated that more than half of all people with MS will experience pain of some sort, yet the symptom remains difficult to treat.
Price: Free
Partners and MS - chatroom transcript
Transcript of a chatroom allowing people who share their life with someone with multiple sclerosis to bring their thoughts and ideas on the issues and problems that this can involve.
Price: Free
Pregnancy and parenthood - factsheet
MS is most often diagnosed at the age at which many people may be thinking of having a family. Deciding whether to start or add to a family is often a complicated process, and this factsheet aims to summarise the research into the health aspects of MS and becoming a parent.
Price: Free
Primary progressive MS exposed
Explores both the physical and emotional aspects of a diagnosis of primary progressive MS. It looks at living with this type of MS and the ongoing management of the condition.
Price: Free
Progressive MS - chatroom transcript
This chatroom allowed people with primary or secondary progressive MS to share their thoughts and experiences.
Price: Free
Sativex - factsheet
Information on the cannabis based mouth spray that is licensed as an add-on treatment for spasticity.
Price: Free
Secondary progressive MS - managing the transition - chatroom transcript
Understanding and coping with the change from relapsing remitting to secondary progressive MS can be challenging. For some people this can feel like being diagnosed a second time with a new range of unknowns and uncertainties.
Price: Free
Sex and MS: a guide for men
A book that looks at how MS can affect the sex lives of men and how these issues can be managed.
Price: Free
Sexuality and MS: a guide for women
A book for women to help them talk about their concerns. It explains how MS can impact on both sexuality and intimacy and offers positive and practical solutions.
Price: Free
Spasticity and spasms - factsheet
This factsheet looks at what causes spasticity and spasms the words used to describe the symptoms and how they can be managed.
Price: Free
Spasticity triggers
A book that looks at underlying symptoms that can worsen of muscle stiffness and spasm and where to go for help
Price: Free
StayingSmart
Can't concentrate? Forget things you shouldn't? Can't find the right word? Why not try our StayingSmart website, aimed at people with MS who are struggling with cognition.
Price: Free
Stem cells - factsheet
There has been a great deal of coverage of stem cell treatments in the press recently. To provide a wider perspective the MS Trust has produced this factsheet
Price: Free
Talking about MS - factsheet
Choosing whether and how to do so can be a complex decision.
Price: Free
Talking with your kids about MS
When a parent is affected by MS, discussing MS with children may seem daunting. This book looks at the concerns parents may have, some of the things children may want to know and what other parents' experiences have been.
Price: Free
Teriflunomide (Aubagio) - factsheet
Teriflunomide (Aubagio) is an experimental new drug that has shown promising results as a treatment for people with relapsing remitting MS. The factsheet discusses the recent research into the drug, side effects and current licensing status.
Price: Free
Tips for living With MS
A compilation of nearly 150 useful ideas sent in by people with MS. The book contains practical suggestions on saving time and energy, getting around, making the most of benefits and getting equipped and more. There is also an extensive section of contact details for useful organisations.
Price: Free
Vitamin D - factsheet
There is increasing interest in the role of vitamin D both as a possible trigger for multiple sclerosis and as a treatment for MS. This factsheet covers some of the recent research.
Price: Free
Young person's guide to MS
A book written with the help of 10-16 year olds who know what it is like to have a parent with MS and who share their experiences, worries and emotions about living with MS in their family.
Price: Free