There are two main types of MS relapsing/remitting and progressive. If you have relapsing/remitting type of MS it is important to take the maximum benefit of your remitting or recovery phase. Assessment and support from a physiotherapist can help you achieve this.
Physiotherapy Treatment for
Multiple Sclerosis
At SP Therapy Services, we provide specialist Multiple Sclerosis (MS) physiotherapy delivered in the comfort of our clients’ homes. Our experienced community-based physiotherapists work closely with individuals across Greater Manchester, Lancashire, and Yorkshire to manage symptoms, maintain function, and promote long-term independence.
We cover a wide service area including Bury, Bradford, Holmfirth, Blackburn, Stalybridge, Barnsley, and surrounding towns.
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Multiple Sclerosis is a lifelong condition that can cause serious disability, in many cases, it’s possible to treat symptoms.
What is Multiple Sclerosis?
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a progressive neurological condition where the immune system mistakenly attacks the protective coating of nerves (myelin) in the brain and spinal cord. MS symptoms vary widely but may include:
- Muscle weakness and fatigue
- Reduced coordination and balance
- Spasticity (muscle stiffness)
- Mobility difficulties
- Sensory changes such as numbness or tingling
- Bladder, bowel or speech issues
Because MS affects each person differently, physiotherapy needs to be carefully tailored to individual needs and changing symptoms over time.
Our Approach to MS Physiotherapy
We provide individualised, goal-based rehabilitation that adapts as needs evolve. Our MS physiotherapy approach includes:
- Strength and conditioning exercises to maintain mobility and function
- Balance and coordination training to prevent falls
- Tone management techniques to address spasticity and stiffness
- Fatigue management strategies to help with pacing and energy conservation
- Advice on mobility aids, transfers, and safe movement at home
- Support for posture, seating, and orthotic use
Our focus is on practical, functional gains that help clients continue daily activities and maintain independence for as long as possible.
Supporting Clients at Home
Many people with MS find travelling to clinic-based services challenging due to fatigue, mobility issues or fluctuating symptoms. That’s why we deliver physiotherapy directly at home or in supported living environments. This allows us to:
- Work on real-world challenges in the home environment
- Adapt sessions flexibly based on daily symptoms
- Build functional goals into daily routines
- Avoid unnecessary travel fatigue
Home-based physiotherapy keeps rehabilitation accessible, convenient, and closely aligned to the client’s personal goals.
Who We Work With
We regularly support:
- Adults diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis
- Families and carers managing MS at home
- Case Managers overseeing complex rehab and litigation cases
- Solicitors working with clients requiring home-based physiotherapy
- NHS and Social Care professionals seeking additional community-based neurorehab input
We provide clear treatment plans, SMART goals, detailed progress updates, and transparent pricing to assist case management, funding, and litigation processes.
Useful Resources
Make a Referral
If you or your client require specialist home-based MS physiotherapy, we’re here to help.
- What is Multiple Sclerosis?
Multiple Sclerosis is a disease which attacks the myelin sheath – the fatty coating of nerve cells which is essential to the functioning of the central nervous system. Disruption to the myelin sheath interferes with the transmission of signals between the brain, the spinal cord and the peripheral nerves. In the places where the myelin is damaged scares called lesions or plaques occur.
Multiple Sclerosis is most commonly diagnosed in people in their 20s and 30s, although it can develop at any age.
The symptoms of MS vary widely from person to person and can affect any part of the body. The main symptoms include fatigue, difficulty walking, vision problems, such as blurred vision, problems controlling the bladder, numbness or tingling in different parts of the body, muscle stiffness and spasms, problems with balance and coordination, problems with thinking, learning and planning.
MS can also affect your thinking and emotions.
Depending on the type of MS you have, your symptoms may come and go (Relapsing MS) in phases or get steadily worse over time (Primary Progressive or Secondary Progressive MS).
- How does physiotherapy help people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS)?As MS can vary widely and can affect the same person differently at different stages it is important to understand how your MS affects your body and your movement.
- How does physiotherapy help people with Progressive Multiple Sclerosis (MS)?Progressive MS can mean you lose skills slowly overtime. Exercise can be very beneficial for persons living with MS however as fatigue is also a common symptom it is important to ensure the exercises you are doing are of maximum benefit. The available research/ evidence encourages people with MS to exercise regularly as despite immediate fatigue long-term benefit from being active is decreased fatigue levels and increased movements efficacy and independence.
Immobility and sedentary behaviour also cause muscle weakness and loss of muscle bulk, learning how to exercise for maximum effect helps preserve your maximum abilities. People living with MS can find that their movement abilities can be seriously affected by relatively common problems such as a urine infection and this can cause a loss of function.
Optimising your movement your physiotherapist aims to help you live long and live well with your MS!
