July 28, 2016 /
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Written by Caroline Craven | Published on July 8, 2016
People living with MS find they can use new technology to obtain information and receive physical therapy without having to leave their homes.
For people with multiple sclerosis (MS), the growing field of telemedicine could offer quick relief from a disease known for its inconveniences.
Among other things, the emerging field can provide clinical services to patients remotely through the use of technology.
For many of those with MS, getting out of the house is not only difficult, but also costly and time consuming.
The need for assistance, drivers, shuttles, and walkers can turn a 20-minute appointment into a 2-hour adventure, not to mention the fatigue it can bring.
And in summer months, when high temperatures can be intolerable, a visit to the doctor’s office can land someone in the hospital.
Using the internet
According to the Journal of the American Medical Informatics Association, people with MS use the internet in a greater proportion than the general population in the United States.
That’s despite the fact physical disability limits their access.
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