MS Resources

Living well with MS often comes down to good information and a strong support network. Below are trusted organizations, programs, and educational resources we point our customers to most often, along with a few of our own guides on how body cooling can help with heat sensitivity. We are a family-owned manufacturer, not a medical provider, so think of this as a starting point for your own research and a conversation with your care team.

Polar cooling resources

• Multiple Sclerosis & Cooling — why heat affects MS symptoms and how cooling can help.
• How do I choose the right cooling for me? — a plain comparison of our cooling technologies.
• Shop cooling garments for MS — our best-selling vests, wraps, and accessories.
• MS & Cooling Research — published studies on heat sensitivity and body cooling.
• Questions? Call us at 1.800.763.8423. We are glad to help.

Major MS organizations

• Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA) — free programs, a helpline, and equipment assistance.
• Multiple Sclerosis Foundation (MSF) — grants, support services, and educational programs.
• National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS) — research funding, programs, and local chapters across the U.S.
• MS International Federation (MSIF) — find a member MS society in your country through their global directory.

Financial assistance for cooling

Both of these programs can provide cooling equipment at no cost to people with MS who qualify. We also partner directly with non-profits; see our Non-Profit Cooling Programs page.

• MSAA Cooling Program — free cooling vests and accessories for eligible adults with MS.
• MSF Cooling Program and Assistive Technology Program — free cooling and other assistive items for those who qualify.

Education & support

• Can Do MS — free health and wellness education programs for families living with MS.
• Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers (CMSC) — the professional network for MS care providers.
• Accelerated Cure Project & iConquerMS — patient-powered MS research you can take part in.
• Brain & Life — free patient and caregiver resources from the American Academy of Neurology.
• Rocky Mountain MS Center — care, support, education, and research at the University of Colorado.
• International Journal of MS Care — open-access, peer-reviewed MS care research.
• Overcoming MS — a healthy-lifestyle program and community for people with MS.
• Well Spouse Association — peer support for the spouses and partners of people with chronic illness.

A note on these links

These links are provided as a guide. The views and/or recommendations on these sites do not necessarily reflect the views of Polar Products Inc. and should not take the place of consultation with your licensed health care practitioner.