The Multiple Sclerosis
Self-Management Workshop
Class#1Multiple Sclerosis Self-
ManagementWorkshop
To Improve Quality of Life
Medical Management Medications
Copaxone -subcutaneous (SC) injection given once daily
Avonex IM once per week
Rebif is prescribed for RRMS and given SC three times per week
Betaseron and Extavia- every other day SC
Tysabri once per month IV
Novantrone-by IV infusion every three months with limited doses
. Gilenya (fingolimod) oral once per day
Medical Management
Medication Regimes- adhering to difficult medications
Using medical devices (walkers, canes braces, wheelchairs,
Adhering to diets, exercise, PT, OT
(Lorig & Holman, 2003).
Emotional Management
Stress-managementEffectively copes with depression Fear and Anger, mood swings
(Lorig & Holman, 2003).
Role Management
Hobbies
Jobs
Home Life
Changing and creating new meaningful behaviors or life roles
(Lorig & Holman, 2003).
Next 5 Class
1. Communication (Healthcare providers)
2. Stress-management3. Exercise4. Diet/CAM5. Fatigue
How to get the most from the workshop
Class participation
Homework assignments
Attend all classes.
Arrive on time.
Bring a support person to all classes.
Reference
Lorig, K. R. & Holman, H. R. (2003). Self-management education: History, definitions, outcomes and mechanisms. Annals Behavioral Medicine. 26(1), 1–7).
National Multiple Sclerosis Society (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.nationalmssociety.org/index.aspx