Table 1.

Description of relevant items and sections of the Multiple Sclerosis Questionnaire for Physiotherapists

Item/Section	Description	Range of scores
4	I can take a shower by myself.	1–9
8a	How far can you walk on flat ground without sitting down?	1–9
8b	How long can you walk on flat ground without sitting down?	1–10
10	I can get in and out of the car by myself.	1–9
Activity section (14 items)	Dressing, bathing, standing, walking, climbing stairs, getting in and out of a car, using public transport, strenuous activities, writing, spasticity	14–128
Participation section (11 items)	Feeling rested, vitality, physical strength, fatigue, being active, adaption of activities, resilience, family life, going on a trip, fear of the consequences of MS	11–199
Balance section (2 items)	Taking a shower, balance	2–18
Total score (34 items)	Activity, participation and balance sections; global rating of change; brushing teeth, pain, sensitivity, bladder control, defecation; goals in life.	34–308