An evoked potentials test measures the speed of nerve messages along sensory nerves to the brain and is sometimes used in the diagnosis of MS.

Social care provides personal and practical support to help people in their homes, in residential care homes or through respite breaks.

Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is based on maintaining the natural balance of the flow of energy (qi or chi) in the body. Treatment might include combinations of acupuncture, herbs, diet and nutrition, exercise and massage.

Managing spasticity and spasms can include a combination of self-management, physiotherapy, occupational therapy and medication. Learn about the different options for managing these symptoms.

Information, tips and community support for partners, family and friends with care and caring responsibilities for people with MS in the UK.

Therapists in MS (TiMS) is a group for allied health professionals with a special interest in multiple sclerosis (MS). TiMS aim to improve MS services in the UK.

NHS continuing healthcare is health and social care that is arranged and paid for solely by the NHS and delivered at your home or in a residential setting. It is available if you live in England and are assessed as having long-term complex health needs.

Evening primrose oil is a dietary supplement. It contains high levels of the essential fatty acids gamma-linolenic acid and linolenic acid. Essential fatty acids are needed for good health but are not made by the body and need to be part of your diet.

Strategic Health Authorities and Primary Care Trusts were replaced by NHS England and Clinical Commissioning Groups in April 2013.