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Weakness

Weakness in multiple sclerosis can be a direct result of MS, caused by poor transmission of messages by damaged nerves, mainly within the spinal cord. Read more about weakness in this A-Z entry.
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Our trustees

Meet our Board of Trustees, who together monitor our strategic objectives and direct the running of MS Trust.
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Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)

Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), is a type of psychological therapy used for multiple sclerosis symptoms such as anxiety, pain and depression. Read more in this A-Z entry.
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APS therapy

Action potential simulation (APS) therapy

Action potential simulation (APS) is a complementary therapy which some people use as a treatment for pain in multiple sclerosis (MS).
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Amantadine (Symmetrel)

Amantadine (Symmetrel) is a drug used for treating fatigue in multiple sclerosis. Find out more about Amantadine in this A-Z entry.
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Amitriptyline (Triptafen)

Learn how amitriptyline, an antidepressant, can help relieve nerve pain for people with multiple sclerosis (MS). Discover more in this A-Z guide.
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Association of British Neurologists (ABN)

The Association of British Neurologists (ABN) is the professional association for neurologists in the UK. Its aim is to advance standards of care, education, and research.
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Avonex (interferon beta 1a)

Avonex (interferon beta 1a) is a disease modifying drug treatment for relapsing remitting multiple sclerosis. You self-inject Avonex into a muscle once a week.
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  • MS information & support
    • About MS
      • What is MS?
      • Types of MS
      • Causes of MS
      • How common is multiple sclerosis?
      • MS research
      • Newly diagnosed
      • Young people and MS
      • Living with advanced MS
    • Symptoms & diagnosis
      • Worried you have MS?
      • Signs and symptoms
      • How is MS diagnosed?
      • What's causing my symptoms?
      • Managing relapses
    • Drugs & treatments
      • How is MS treated?
      • MS Decisions
      • Drugs in development
      • Treatment finder
      • Non-drug therapies
    • Health & wellbeing
      • Thinking and memory problems
      • Staying Smart
      • Exercise
      • Diet and MS
      • Wellbeing
    • Family, care & money
      • Relationships and family life
      • Care and carers
      • Home and travel
      • Work, money and legal
    • Support & services
      • Contact our MS helpline
      • MS services near me
      • My MS expert
      • Order a free MS publication
      • Listen to our podcast
      • Join our Facebook group
      • Find support groups
  • A-Z of MS
  • What we do
    • About us
    • Who we are
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      • Our directors
      • Our trustees
    • Our research and reports
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    • History of MSRTE
    • Contact us
  • Get involved
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      • Make a donation
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    • Fundraise
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      • Do it your way
      • Trekking and walking events
      • Running events
      • Cycling events
      • Daredevil events
      • Fundraise while you shop
      • Get your fundraising guide
      • Pay in your fundraising
    • Raise awareness
      • Bring Your MS to Work
      • World MS Day 2026
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    • Volunteer
    • Leave a gift in your will
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