Four in five people with multiple sclerosis in the UK are misdiagnosed, with more than a quarter told incorrectly that they have a trapped nerve, a survey suggests.
The poll found that 39% of people with MS waited more than a year for a correct diagnosis, prompting the MS Society to warn that too many people are suffering needlessly as a result of the delays.  Read on

Two studies have recently been published which use videogame technology or “exergaming” to improve balance in people with MS. One study used Nintendo Wii Fit and the other used an electronic sensor floor mat connected to a TV screen in a rhythm stepping video game. Impaired balance can be one of the most disabling aspects of MS and can increase the risk of falls.  Read on.