The effectiveness of nontraditional or home-based programing on ADL performance of individuals living with multiple sclerosis: A systematic review

Kimberlyn Belveal, Stephanie Gunkel-Lam, Amanda Hajare, Alexandra Lambropoulos, Shelby Rogers, Claudia Hilton, Amber Armstead

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Abstract

Purpose: To examine evidence-based nontraditional and home-based interventions and their efficacy for use in individuals with MS to improve performance in their daily activities. Materials and methods: A search of five databases including PubMed, CINAHL, Cochrane Library, OT Seeker, and Ovid Medline produced 924 research articles. Thirty-two articles were selected for full-text review, of which 15 were included in this systematic review. Inclusion criteria: Articles were level 2B or higher evidence, had a minimum of 19 participants with MS, addressed ADLs or body functions supporting ADL performance, and were published since 2010. Exclusion criteria: Articles not written in English and not identified as nontraditional or home-based programming. Results: The review uncovered strong evidence for the use of the nontraditional interventions of vestibular rehabilitation, self-management, yoga, musical production, and ELEVIDA to improve ADL performance in individuals with MS. Strong evidence supported the use of home-based programs that included cognitive behavioral therapy, cooling suits, manual dexterity, strengthening, vestibular rehabilitation, and physical activity. Conclusions: High levels of evidence support the use of nontraditional or home-based interventions to improve ADL performance in clients with MS. Innovation and technology continue to expand the occupational therapist's toolbox of interventions.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Article number104576
JournalMultiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders
Volume71
DOIs
StatePublished - Mar 2023

Keywords

  • Activities of daily living
  • Home-based programming
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Nontraditional
  • Occupational therapy

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Neurology
  • Clinical Neurology

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