Barriers to the health and well-being of women with multiple sclerosis in Southwestern Ontario, Canada.

Purpose: This study explores the lived experiences of women living with multiple sclerosis (MS) and identifies barriers to their optimal health and well-being.

Methodology: Using van Manen's interpretative phenomenologic analysis, the researchers conducted semistructured interviews with 23 women diagnosed with MS in Southwestern Ontario, Canada. Data were analyzed using NVivo 12 software, and themes were validated through member checking.