Multidisciplinary rehabilitation for adults with multiple sclerosis

Abstract

Background: Multidisciplinary rehabilitation (MD) is an important component of symptomatic and supportive treatment for Multiple sclerosis (MS), but evidence base for its effectiveness is yet to be established. Objectives: To assess the effectiveness of organized MD rehabilitation in adults with MS. To explore rehabilitation approaches that are effective in different settings and the outcomes that are affected. Search strategy: The sources used included: Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials "CENTRAL", MEDLINE (1966-2005), CINAHL (1982-2005), PEDro (1990-2005), EMBASE (1988-2005), the Cochrane Rehabilitation and Related Therapies Field trials Register and the National Health Service..