Patients and caregivers provide valuable perspectives that improve the relevance and impact of research. In modern healthcare, their input is crucial for the success of medical studies, leading to a shift from traditional clinician-led research to more inclusive models. This change is marked by the rise of patient-driven initiatives that ensure research priorities, methodologies, and outcomes are shaped by the real-world experiences of patients and their caregivers. iConquerMS is a leading example of this evolution in the field of MS research. Read more…
Patient-centric research engages patients, caregivers, and the community throughout all stages of research, from design to result sharing.
How do iConquerMS members help shape MS research?
The iConquerMS community contributes to impactful MS research. If you haven’t already, please consider joining today!
Heat intolerance is a prevalent and debilitating symptom for 60 to 80% of people with MS. As temperatures rise, affected individuals often experience a temporary worsening of symptoms that can significantly disrupt daily activities and diminish overall quality of life. Triggers include warm weather, hot showers, fevers, exercise and even heavy meals. While there is no drug treatment available for heat intolerance, several effective and simple cooling strategies can help manage its impact. Read more…
