Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease which disrupts communication between the brain and the rest of the body.

What is Multiple Sclerosis?

Multiple sclerosis, also known as MS, is an autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system. The immune system accidentally attacks the protective covering of nerve cells which are called myelin. As a result, the communication between the brain and the rest of the body is altered, leading to a variety of symptoms which include muscle weakness, vision impairments, numbness, memory isues, and fatigue.

There are no known causes or cures for multiple sclerosis, however a combination of treatment and therapy can help manage symptoms.

How Can MS Affect You?

There are three types of Multiple Sclerosis...

Relapsing remitting MS

With RRMS, symptoms start or get worse (relapse), then get better (remit). Symptoms can relapse and remit over days, weeks, or months, and last for the same amount of time.

Secondary Progressive MS

With this type, periods of relapse are less likely to occur as symptoms get worse steadily over time. This type of MS can come after relapsing remitting MS (RRMS).

Primary Progressive MS

This is the least common type of MS. Symptoms get worse bit by bit and there are more of them as time goes on. There is no remission in this type of MS.

What Services Can We Provide?

Neurological rehabilitation

Equipment and environment adaptations

Symptom management

Education and training

Neuro Occupational Therapy With Multiple Sclerosis

With mutiple sclerosis, the symptoms experienced are not always the same for everyone living with it - different nerve damage has different outcomes over time. MS can affect your emotions, your movement, your cognitive functions, your personality, vision, or speech. Each individual experiences MS differently.

Krysalis neurological occupational therapists understand that symptoms of MS can vary. They are experienced with the condition's shifting nature and understand that an activity an individual struggles with during a relapsing episode may not be a challenge when they move into remittance.

We know that with the right care and support, you can live a full and active life with multiple sclerosis, and the unpredictable challenges faced can be managed through education, rehabilitation, and patience.

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What others says

I am always so impressed by the therapist’s commitment to and ongoing understanding of Claire and her situation. I am sure the rest of the family will share my thoughts so please pass on our heartfelt thanks to the therapy team when you next see them. Sister of brain injury survivor
I just wanted to drop you a line to say, whenever I call the office, Claire, in particular, is always very charming and efficient. She is a good representative of your company and has a nice phone manner and a good approach to customer service. So, thank you Claire. Mother of brain injury survivor
The following will never be enough to illustrate Paul’s journey but we are eternally grateful to the NHS, IM, ILS, Krysalis and the whole infrastructure that has been created for Paul. Yes, Paul is focused, determined and driven but the whole team have created a rehabilitation environment that has changed our life and Pauls future, they have made the thought of life and rehabilitation, turn from the impossible to the possible. Brother of brain injured survivor
The thought of having the family undertake this journey alone seems impossible and we will be always grateful. We all recognise that James is still on the rehabilitation journey, but there is no stopping him. He has just walked to Mum’s & Dad’s on his own (phone first to say he’s on his way)... what a way to celebrate the 2-year journey.Brother of brain injured survivor
I highly recommend Krysalis Consultancy OT services. Anna has been our life line since she came on board to help my husband following his brain injury. He has improved greatly thanks to Anna’s input in assisting him to become independent, teaching him step by step the simple things which we all take for granted. Anna is there for us 100%, teaching us both strategies to enable us to achieve better results.Wife of brain injured survivor
Just a short note to thank you very much for your hard work and persistence over the last few months, your guidance has undoubtedly helped and taken the pressure off me (I have benefited from the sessions greatly). I am really encouraged by the last few weeks and optimistic that if Peter keeps working at it he will continue to make good progress.Brother of brain injured survivor

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