Date of Award
8-7-2025
Document Type
Capstone
Degree Name
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)
Department
Occupational Therapy
First Advisor
Brian Hutchinson
Second Advisor
Megan Asher
Third Advisor
Divya Desai
Abstract
An epidemiology survey reported a prevalence of 2.8 million individuals diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) in the year of 2020. In Northern California the prevalence of MS has increased with an estimated 288 cases per 100,000 individuals. Studies report less than 40% of individuals with MS have used occupational therapy services, and when they do, it is frequently in reaction to more severe symptoms than taking preventative measures.
Recommended Citation
Gutierrez, Maribel, "Assistive Devices for Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis" (2025). Occupational Therapy Student Capstones. 91.
https://scholarlycommons.pacific.edu/ot-capstones/91
