History | Physiotherapy for Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

History

Although multiple sclerosis has a common cause (inflammation in the brain and spinal cord, which mainly affects the nerve tracts and the transmission of stimuli), there are different forms of progression: relapsing-remitting: this describes the most common form of multiple sclerosis. Here, the symptoms are relapsing and are not permanent, so that the symptoms do not worsen in the relapse-free period. During a relapse, which can last several days to weeks, existing problems can be aggravated or new problems can arise.

Primary chronic-progressive: In this form there is no relapse-like course, the symptoms worsen continuously. However, temporary cessation of the disease is possible.Secondary chronic progressive: In secondary chronic progressive MS, relapsing-remitting MS becomes chronic over time. The number of relapses is reduced over time, but the symptoms usually increase.

  1. Relapsing remitting: This describes the most common form of multiple sclerosis. In this form of multiple sclerosis, the symptoms occur in relapses and are not permanent, so that the symptoms do not worsen in the relapse-free period. During a relapse, which can last several days to weeks, existing problems can be aggravated or new problems can arise.
  2. Primary chronic-progressive: In this form there is no relapsing-remitting course, the symptoms worsen continuously. However, temporary cessation of the disease is possible.
  3. Secondary chronic progressive: In secondary chronic progressive MS, relapsing-remitting MS becomes chronic over time. The number of relapses is reduced over time, but the symptoms usually increase.

Summary

Overall, it can be said that physiotherapy plays a central role in the treatment of MS. Through the different therapy approaches in physiotherapy, it is possible to create an individually tailored therapy plan that addresses the needs of the patient and works towards achieving set goals, so that the patient can better cope with the disease and regain more independence and control in everyday life. Physiotherapists, doctors and patients work hand in hand to ensure that treatment is safe.