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Online Course for Fitness & Wellness Professionals

Overview

Learning Objectives

Resources for Clients

Course Structure

Introduction and Modules 1-4

IntroductionPresenters:
Hope Nearhood, MPH, PMP, Sr. Manager, MS Information and Resources, National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Emily Reilly, CPT, Healthcare Access Engagement Manager, National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyAdditional Resources:
Exercise and lifestyle physical activity recommendations for people with multiple sclerosis throughout the disease course – Multiple Sclerosis Journal, 2020Slides:
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IntroductionPresenters:
Hope Nearhood, MPH, PMP, Sr. Manager, MS Information and Resources, National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Emily Reilly, CPT, Healthcare Access Engagement Manager, National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyAdditional Resources:
Exercise and lifestyle physical activity recommendations for people with multiple sclerosis throughout the disease course – Multiple Sclerosis Journal, 2020Slides:
View the PowerPoint presentation here.
Module 1: Multiple Sclerosis Disease Overview
Presenter:
Hope Nearhood, MPH, PMP, Sr. Manager, MS Information and Resources, National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyAdditional Resources:What is MS (video)MS SymptomsMS FAQs
Slides:
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Module 1: Multiple Sclerosis Disease Overview
Presenter:
Hope Nearhood, MPH, PMP, Sr. Manager, MS Information and Resources, National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyAdditional Resources:What is MS (video)MS SymptomsMS FAQs
Slides:
View the PowerPoint presentation here.
Module 2: Levels of Ability and Wellness in MSPresenters:Hope Nearhood, MPH, PMP, Sr. Manager, MS Information and Resources, National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyEmily Reilly, CPT, Healthcare Access Engagement Manager, National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyAdditional Resources:Diet, Exercise and Healthy BehaviorsMS Comprehensive CareSymptom Impact and Consideration ChartBody Check In ToolSlides:View the PowerPoint presentation here." c-nmssatomrichtext_nmssatomrichtext-host="">
Module 2: Levels of Ability and Wellness in MSPresenters:Hope Nearhood, MPH, PMP, Sr. Manager, MS Information and Resources, National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyEmily Reilly, CPT, Healthcare Access Engagement Manager, National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyAdditional Resources:Diet, Exercise and Healthy BehaviorsMS Comprehensive CareSymptom Impact and Consideration ChartBody Check In ToolSlides:View the PowerPoint presentation here.
Module 3: Exercise and Lifestyle Physical Activity in MSPresenter:Emily Reilly, CPT, Healthcare Access Engagement Manager, National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyAdditional Resources:Exercise demonstration videos: stretching, aerobicand breathingStretching for People with MS(brochure)Slides:View the PowerPoint presentation here." c-nmssatomrichtext_nmssatomrichtext-host="">
Module 3: Exercise and Lifestyle Physical Activity in MSPresenter:Emily Reilly, CPT, Healthcare Access Engagement Manager, National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyAdditional Resources:Exercise demonstration videos: stretching, aerobicand breathingStretching for People with MS(brochure)Slides:View the PowerPoint presentation here.
Module 4: Barriers and Facilitators to Exercise and Lifestyle Physical ActivityPresenters:Hope Nearhood, MPH, PMP, Sr. Manager, MS Information and Resources, National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyEmily Reilly, CPT, Healthcare Access Engagement Manager, National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyTake the survey and test here. A certificate of completion will be provided at the end of the survey and test.Additional Resources:Accessibility ChecklistAsk an MS NavigatorEasterseals | Disability EtiquetteSlides:View the PowerPoint presentation here." c-nmssatomrichtext_nmssatomrichtext-host="">
Module 4: Barriers and Facilitators to Exercise and Lifestyle Physical ActivityPresenters:Hope Nearhood, MPH, PMP, Sr. Manager, MS Information and Resources, National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyEmily Reilly, CPT, Healthcare Access Engagement Manager, National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyTake the survey and test here. A certificate of completion will be provided at the end of the survey and test.Additional Resources:Accessibility ChecklistAsk an MS NavigatorEasterseals | Disability EtiquetteSlides:View the PowerPoint presentation here.

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