Outputs (4)

Decentralised clinical trials in multiple sclerosis research (2022)
Journal Article
Garjani, A., Liu, B. J.-Y., Allen, C. M., Gunzler, D. D., Gerry, S. W., Planchon, S. M., das Nair, R., Chataway, J., Tallantyre, E. C., Ontaneda, D., & Evangelou, N. (2023). Decentralised clinical trials in multiple sclerosis research. Multiple Sclerosis Journal, 29(3), 317-325. https://doi.org/10.1177/13524585221100401

Randomised controlled trials (RCTs) play an important role in multiple sclerosis (MS) research, ensuring that new interventions are safe and efficacious before their introduction into clinical practice. Trials have been evolving to improve the robust... Read More about Decentralised clinical trials in multiple sclerosis research.

Neuropsychological evaluation and rehabilitation in multiple sclerosis (NEuRoMS): protocol for a mixed-methods, multicentre feasibility randomised controlled trial (2022)
Journal Article
Topcu, G., Smith, L., Mhizha-Murira, J. R., Goulden, N., Hoare, Z., Drummond, A., Fitzsimmons, D., Evangelou, N., Schmierer, K., Tallantyre, E. C., Leighton, P., Allen-Philbey, K., Stennett, A., Bradley, P., Bale, C., Turton, J., das Nair, R., & On behalf of the NEuRoMS Collective. (2022). Neuropsychological evaluation and rehabilitation in multiple sclerosis (NEuRoMS): protocol for a mixed-methods, multicentre feasibility randomised controlled trial. Pilot and Feasibility Studies, 8(1), Article 123. https://doi.org/10.1186/s40814-022-01073-5

Background: Cognitive problems affect up to 70% of people with multiple sclerosis (MS), which can negatively impact mood, ability to work, and quality of life. Addressing cognitive problems is a top 10 research priority for people with MS. Our ongoin... Read More about Neuropsychological evaluation and rehabilitation in multiple sclerosis (NEuRoMS): protocol for a mixed-methods, multicentre feasibility randomised controlled trial.

Effectiveness of acceptance and commitment therapy for improving quality of life and mood in individuals with multiple sclerosis: A systematic review and meta-analysis (2022)
Journal Article
Thompson, B., Moghaddam, N., Evangelou, N., Baufeldt, A., & das Nair, R. (2022). Effectiveness of acceptance and commitment therapy for improving quality of life and mood in individuals with multiple sclerosis: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Multiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders, 63, Article 103862. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.msard.2022.103862

Objective: To review the evidence for the effectiveness of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) intervention on quality of life and mood, for individuals with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Method: A systematic search was conducted of PsycINFO, CINAHL,... Read More about Effectiveness of acceptance and commitment therapy for improving quality of life and mood in individuals with multiple sclerosis: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Experiences of receiving a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis: a meta-synthesis of qualitative studies (2022)
Journal Article
Topcu, G., Mhizha-Murira, J. R., Griffiths, H., Bale, C., Drummond, A., Fitzsimmons, D., Potter, K. J., Evangelou, N., & das Nair, R. (2023). Experiences of receiving a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis: a meta-synthesis of qualitative studies. Disability and Rehabilitation, 45(5), 772-783. https://doi.org/10.1080/09638288.2022.2046187

Purpose: This meta-synthesis aimed to synthesise qualitative evidence on experiences of people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in receiving a diagnosis, to derive a conceptual understanding of adjustment to MS diagnosis. Methods: Five electronic databas... Read More about Experiences of receiving a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis: a meta-synthesis of qualitative studies.