The epidemiology of multiple sclerosis (MS) has been intensively studied. It is
conceptualised as a complex disease in which genetic and environmental factors act …

To re-evaluate how migrant studies contribute to our understanding of the epidemiology and
aetiology of multiple sclerosis, we undertook a systematic review of all relevant studies …

Background Incidence of multiple sclerosis is thought to be increasing, but this notion has
been difficult to substantiate. In a longitudinal population-based dataset of patients with …

The worldwide distribution of multiple sclerosis (MS) can be described within three zones of
frequency: high, medium, and low. The disease has a predilection for white races and for …

Background Multidisciplinary (MD) rehabilitation is an important component of symptomatic
and supportive treatment for Multiple Sclerosis (MS), but evidence base for its effectiveness …

The decisive conclusions to be drawn from the available epidemiological data, mostly
geography and prevalence, of MS are:(1) a north-south (as well as west-east in the United …

Background Multiple sclerosis (MS) risk is determined by both genes and environment. One
of the most striking features of MS is its geographic distribution, particularly the pattern of …

The prevalence of multiple sclerosis in the Australian-born population in five different
regions of Australia has a strong correlation with latitude, the disease becoming increasingly …

Background Chronic pain is common and significantly impacts on the lives of persons with
multiple sclerosis (pwMS). Various types of non‐pharmacological interventions are widely …

Epidemiological studies of multiple sclerosis (MS) have shown the importance of genetic
susceptibility factors that are modified by as yet unknown environmental influences. The …