A DIFFERENT APPROACH TO FATIGUE MANAGEMENT IN MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS: COOLING SUIT APPLICATION

Fatigue is one of the most common symptoms in individuals with multiple sclerosis. In the studies evaluating the fatigue associated with multiple sclerosis, it was determined that fatigue increased with the elevation of body and environmental temperature in most of the cases. Various cooling methods are being used to accelerate nerve conduction and eliminate symptoms by reducing body temperature in the individuals with multiple sclerosis and it is reported that level of fatigue decreased with cooling therapies. In MS patients cooling treatment is provided by use of artificial cooling systems, such as drinking cold water, taking a cold shower, applying cold pad or cooling suits. This review aims to share knowledge about the application of cooling clothing in fatigue management in MS patients