Functioning and health in individuals with Multiple Sclerosis from the patient perspective

Objective: The objective of the study was to explore aspects of functioning and health as well as environmental and personal factors relevant to individuals with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) from the patient perspective. Methods: The study was conducted as a qualitative study using focus groups. The focus groups were performed at the Kempfenhausen Centre for Treatment of Multiple Sclerosis (Germany). A topic guide with open-ended questions based on the components of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) 'Body Structures', 'Body Functions', 'Activities and Participation', 'Enviro…