UW MS Rehabilitation & Wellness Research Center
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We believe in the power of rehabilitation science to help people with multiple sclerosis live their best lives 🧡
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We're excited to be welcoming new undergraduate interns to our team this week! Ainsley Greve (she/her) is a senior at the University of Washington majoring in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology. She is excited to learn about non-pharmacological interventions for symptom management in MS.
November 18, 2025 at 5:53 PM
We're excited to be welcoming new undergraduate interns to our team this week! Ainsley Greve (she/her) is a senior at the University of Washington majoring in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology. She is excited to learn about non-pharmacological interventions for symptom management in MS.
Our team brought a few treats to the MS Center to celebrate Halloween last week! We are so grateful to be able to work alongside such amazing staff and providers!
November 3, 2025 at 8:18 PM
Our team brought a few treats to the MS Center to celebrate Halloween last week! We are so grateful to be able to work alongside such amazing staff and providers!
The leaves are turning! 🍁 🍂 Happy Fall from our research staff at UW Medical Center - Northwest!
October 27, 2025 at 5:28 PM
The leaves are turning! 🍁 🍂 Happy Fall from our research staff at UW Medical Center - Northwest!
Each fall, the European Committee for Treatment and Research in MS (ECTRIMS) holds its annual conference. You can read this National MS Society summary if you're interested in learning about themes emerging in MS research! www.nationalmssociety.org/news-and-mag...
October 21, 2025 at 11:43 PM
Each fall, the European Committee for Treatment and Research in MS (ECTRIMS) holds its annual conference. You can read this National MS Society summary if you're interested in learning about themes emerging in MS research! www.nationalmssociety.org/news-and-mag...
We are looking for a UW student to join us as an undergraduate research volunteer! For more details, see our posting at new.expo.uw.edu/expo/opportu.... To apply, go to redcap.link/uwmsrehabwel.... Please feel free to share this opportunity!
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September 25, 2025 at 9:31 PM
We are looking for a UW student to join us as an undergraduate research volunteer! For more details, see our posting at new.expo.uw.edu/expo/opportu.... To apply, go to redcap.link/uwmsrehabwel.... Please feel free to share this opportunity!
For #PainAwarenessMonth, we want to share some resources about #MS pain. MS Society UK has helpful articles (www.mssociety.org.uk/about-ms/sig...) and booklets (www.mssociety.org.uk/sites/defaul...)
describing types of pain, causes, treatment options, and how to communicate about pain with others 🧡
describing types of pain, causes, treatment options, and how to communicate about pain with others 🧡
September 16, 2025 at 6:28 PM
For #PainAwarenessMonth, we want to share some resources about #MS pain. MS Society UK has helpful articles (www.mssociety.org.uk/about-ms/sig...) and booklets (www.mssociety.org.uk/sites/defaul...)
describing types of pain, causes, treatment options, and how to communicate about pain with others 🧡
describing types of pain, causes, treatment options, and how to communicate about pain with others 🧡
Check out UW Department of Rehabilitation Medicine's article on our summer interns! rehab.washington.edu/news-and-eve...
MS Research Team Hosts Inaugural National MS Society Undergraduate Interns - UW Medicine | Rehabilitation Medicine
The program was not only an opportunity for students to gain valuable experience but also a chance for the team to contribute to the development of the next generation of MS researchers.
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September 11, 2025 at 11:02 PM
Check out UW Department of Rehabilitation Medicine's article on our summer interns! rehab.washington.edu/news-and-eve...
Huge congratulations this week to Erin Mistretta, who is starting her new role as Acting Assistant Professor!
September 3, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Huge congratulations this week to Erin Mistretta, who is starting her new role as Acting Assistant Professor!
Finally, NMSS intern Noor shared: "Through contributing to several research projects, engaging directly with participants, and working with MS clinicians, I have gained valuable insight into how the integration of research and clinical care can lead to meaningful improvements in patient outcomes."
August 27, 2025 at 8:52 PM
Finally, NMSS intern Noor shared: "Through contributing to several research projects, engaging directly with participants, and working with MS clinicians, I have gained valuable insight into how the integration of research and clinical care can lead to meaningful improvements in patient outcomes."
Our NMSS intern Jeremy Luo shared "I think this summer was an amazing introduction to research and I enjoyed it a lot! ... I'm definitely going to continue trying to do research with MS and I'm actually applying to a lot of MS labs at Vanderbilt this semester. Thanks so much everyone!"
August 26, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Our NMSS intern Jeremy Luo shared "I think this summer was an amazing introduction to research and I enjoyed it a lot! ... I'm definitely going to continue trying to do research with MS and I'm actually applying to a lot of MS labs at Vanderbilt this semester. Thanks so much everyone!"
We'll share our interns' end-of-summer reflections this week! Elena: "I saw how research and practice intersect to improve outcomes ... This experience has sparked a new interest in neuropsychology and women's health, and inspired me to pursue research-integrated medical practice in the future."
August 25, 2025 at 9:14 PM
We'll share our interns' end-of-summer reflections this week! Elena: "I saw how research and practice intersect to improve outcomes ... This experience has sparked a new interest in neuropsychology and women's health, and inspired me to pursue research-integrated medical practice in the future."
It was so wonderful to have our summer interns here this year! We'll be sharing their end-of-summer reflections next week. You can read more about the National MS Society's undergraduate research program below -- applications for 2026 will open in November! www.nationalmssociety.org/for-professi...
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August 22, 2025 at 7:26 PM
It was so wonderful to have our summer interns here this year! We'll be sharing their end-of-summer reflections next week. You can read more about the National MS Society's undergraduate research program below -- applications for 2026 will open in November! www.nationalmssociety.org/for-professi...
Huge congratulations to Tracy Herring, PhD on receiving the Early Career Practice Award from the Rehabilitation Psychology division of the American Psychological Association!! rehab.washington.edu/news-and-eve...
Herring receives Early Career Practice Award from APA Division 22 - UW Medicine | Rehabilitation Medicine
For her colleagues, Dr. Herring exemplifies the values of the field through her outstanding clinical work, commitment to underserved populations, excellence in teaching and supervision, and meaningful...
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August 13, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Huge congratulations to Tracy Herring, PhD on receiving the Early Career Practice Award from the Rehabilitation Psychology division of the American Psychological Association!! rehab.washington.edu/news-and-eve...
Today we're saying goodbye to our amazing summer interns, Jeremy, Elena, and Noor. They've brought such curiosity, enthusiasm, and joy to our work this summer! Thank you to the National MS Society for sponsoring Jeremy and Noor's internship. We're excited to see what everyone does in the future!
August 6, 2025 at 10:20 PM
Today we're saying goodbye to our amazing summer interns, Jeremy, Elena, and Noor. They've brought such curiosity, enthusiasm, and joy to our work this summer! Thank you to the National MS Society for sponsoring Jeremy and Noor's internship. We're excited to see what everyone does in the future!
If you're interested in learning more about women's health and #MS, Can Do MS is hosting a TAKE CHARGE® MS and Women's Health webinar on Friday 8/1 from 2:00pm - 7:00pm PT! Register here: cando-ms.org/programs/tak...
TAKE CHARGE® Program
Take charge of your life! This in-depth program provides personalized guidance and support from people on similar MS journeys.
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July 29, 2025 at 11:22 PM
If you're interested in learning more about women's health and #MS, Can Do MS is hosting a TAKE CHARGE® MS and Women's Health webinar on Friday 8/1 from 2:00pm - 7:00pm PT! Register here: cando-ms.org/programs/tak...
Study coordinator Susan Robles is a co-author on this paper from the ENERGY study, which found that self-hypnosis and meditation can help with #MS fatigue. You can read more on HealthCentral at the link below!
New research suggests that practicing self-hypnosis may help restore some energy for people with MS who experience exhaustion. "With hypnosis, you are creating a state that makes the brain more open to suggestions," says the study’s lead author, Mark Jensen, Ph.D..
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July 22, 2025 at 10:48 PM
Study coordinator Susan Robles is a co-author on this paper from the ENERGY study, which found that self-hypnosis and meditation can help with #MS fatigue. You can read more on HealthCentral at the link below!
Summer is officially here, and that also means heat! ☀️ Many people with #MS report heat sensitivity, or that their symptoms worsen in the heat. Check out this factsheet from MS Society UK on temperature and MS for more info and tips for staying cool 🧊 www.mssociety.org.uk/sites/defaul...
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June 24, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Summer is officially here, and that also means heat! ☀️ Many people with #MS report heat sensitivity, or that their symptoms worsen in the heat. Check out this factsheet from MS Society UK on temperature and MS for more info and tips for staying cool 🧊 www.mssociety.org.uk/sites/defaul...
Finally, we want to welcome Jeremy Luo! Jeremy is part of the @nationalmssociety.bsky.social program. Jeremy is a rising junior at Vanderbilt majoring in Medicine, Health and Society, and also plans to go to medical school. This summer, he's excited to get more hands-on clinical research experience!
June 13, 2025 at 10:38 PM
Finally, we want to welcome Jeremy Luo! Jeremy is part of the @nationalmssociety.bsky.social program. Jeremy is a rising junior at Vanderbilt majoring in Medicine, Health and Society, and also plans to go to medical school. This summer, he's excited to get more hands-on clinical research experience!
Please welcome Elena Skirgaudas, who is volunteering with us this summer! Elena is a rising junior at Boston College majoring in Sociology. She plans to apply to medical school and is interested in researching treatment adherence for people with chronic pain.
June 12, 2025 at 10:57 PM
Please welcome Elena Skirgaudas, who is volunteering with us this summer! Elena is a rising junior at Boston College majoring in Sociology. She plans to apply to medical school and is interested in researching treatment adherence for people with chronic pain.
We have wonderful @nationalmssociety.bsky.social interns joining us this summer! Noor Ahmed is a rising senior @theohiostate.bsky.social majoring in Neuroscience. Noor plans to apply to medical school and is excited to learn about MS from a clinical perspective and interact with participants!
June 11, 2025 at 9:53 PM
We have wonderful @nationalmssociety.bsky.social interns joining us this summer! Noor Ahmed is a rising senior @theohiostate.bsky.social majoring in Neuroscience. Noor plans to apply to medical school and is excited to learn about MS from a clinical perspective and interact with participants!
On #WorldMSDay, we reflect on what makes our work possible. As a team, we're committed to helping people with MS feel seen in research. We are grateful to our MS center colleagues, our community advisory board, and our participants. We could not do this without you! #MultipleSclerosis #MSAwareness 🧡
May 30, 2025 at 11:02 PM
On #WorldMSDay, we reflect on what makes our work possible. As a team, we're committed to helping people with MS feel seen in research. We are grateful to our MS center colleagues, our community advisory board, and our participants. We could not do this without you! #MultipleSclerosis #MSAwareness 🧡
We're excited to be working on this expansion of My MS Toolkit for depression self-management! Stay tuned for more updates 🤗
Dawn Ehde, PhD, has been awarded a $200,000 grant by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. The grant will be distributed over two years starting July 1, 2025.
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May 29, 2025 at 11:52 PM
We're excited to be working on this expansion of My MS Toolkit for depression self-management! Stay tuned for more updates 🤗
We've been doing some spring cleaning, and we have new website pages you can check out! If you're interested in learning more about our completed studies, you can visit uwmsrehabwell.org/past-research/ or see our publications at uwmsrehabwell.org/publications... 🌻
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May 21, 2025 at 5:59 PM
We've been doing some spring cleaning, and we have new website pages you can check out! If you're interested in learning more about our completed studies, you can visit uwmsrehabwell.org/past-research/ or see our publications at uwmsrehabwell.org/publications... 🌻
On Friday, Dr. Sarah Simmons presented her work on transcutaneous spinal cord stimulation to promote hand and arm function for people living with #MS at the @uwrehabmed.bsky.social Lehmann Symposium! We are so happy to have such a talented faculty member on our team!!
May 13, 2025 at 4:53 PM
On Friday, Dr. Sarah Simmons presented her work on transcutaneous spinal cord stimulation to promote hand and arm function for people living with #MS at the @uwrehabmed.bsky.social Lehmann Symposium! We are so happy to have such a talented faculty member on our team!!
We had a great time at the @nationalmssociety.bsky.social #WalkMS Seattle with the rest of the @uwrehabmed.bsky.social MS Center! It was great to see so many people out to show their support 🧡 💜
April 29, 2025 at 7:26 PM
We had a great time at the @nationalmssociety.bsky.social #WalkMS Seattle with the rest of the @uwrehabmed.bsky.social MS Center! It was great to see so many people out to show their support 🧡 💜