The MoSt Project––More Steps in multiple sclerosis: a Delphi method consensus initiative for the evaluation of mobility management of MS patients in Italy

• DOI: 10.1007/s00415-013-7230-6
• Publication Date: 2014-01-21T09:23:37Z
• Authors: Ruggero Capra; Mario Alberto Bat...; Antonio Gaudioso; Laura Lopes; Damiano Paolicelli; Marco Paoloni; Carlo Pozzilli; Valter Santilli; Claudio Solaro; Maria Trojano
• Keywords: Delphi Method; Delphi; Identification; Motor impairment

The aim of the study was to identify the main factors that impact mobility impairment in multiple sclerosis (MS) patients in Italy. Clinicians from a large number of Italian MS centers took part in a Delphi process aimed at obtaining consensus statements among the participants. Large consensus was obtained for statements grouped under the following main MS themes: identification of the most useful scales to evaluate mobility, integration of objective evaluation with patient perceptions, impact of walking impairment on daily life, management of the disabled patient using a rehabilitative and pharmacological approach. The consensus statements developed by a large number of experts may be used as a practical reference tool to help physicians treat MS patients with motor impairment.