Action potential simulation (APS) is a complementary therapy which some people use as a treatment for pain in multiple sclerosis (MS).

These pages look at how being active can help people with MS. As everyone's MS is different, so is their capacity for exercise. Whether you feel able to practice some gentle stretches or train for marathons, you will find that adding exercise to your life in a safe way will bring benefits.

Pilates is a low-impact exercise which focuses on building core stability and muscle strength by performing a range of exercises in a flow of movement. Many people with MS practise Pilates as a complementary therapy alongside conventional medicine they are taking for their MS.

Poor posture is common for people with multiple sclerosis and can lead to problems including pain, pressure sores and reduced independence. We bring together information and practical tips to understand and improve your posture.

Carrying out relaxation techniques can help bring many health benefits, especially if you live with MS. They can help generate a feeling of peace and calm if you're feeling anxious, stressed or overwhelmed.

Mindfulness is a psychological therapy approach that can be used to improve your outlook, provide coping strategies, and help manage symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS).

Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), is a type of psychological therapy used for multiple sclerosis symptoms such as anxiety, pain and depression. Read more in this A-Z entry.

Difficulty swallowing (also known as dysphagia) is a possible symptom of multiple sclerosis. Support is available to help manage the effects of swallowing problems.

Problems with how you speak can be a symptom of multiple sclerosis for some people. MS speech disorders include slurring of speech and problems with the quality of your voice (dysarthria) and difficulty remembering specific words (dysphasia).

Functional electrical stimulation (FES) is a treatment that applies small electrical charges to a muscle that has become paralysed or weakened, due to damage in your brain or spinal cord. The electrical charge stimulates the muscle to make its usual movement. In MS it is mostly used as a treatment for foot drop, where disruptions in the nerve pathways between the legs and brain mean the front of your foot cannot be lifted to the correct angle when walking.