Multiple sclerosis and occupations: a scoping review

Abstract

Introduction: Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system and causes multiple symptoms in the physical, cognitive, sensory, psychosocial, and occupational dimensions. Objective: This study aimed to map the repercussions of multiple sclerosis on occupations in different treatment environments. Methodology: A scope review was carried out considering original scientific articles published in the last five years comprising January 2017 - December 2022 Results: The analysis of the 14 included studies shows reduced relationships between occupations in health and occupational involvement of people with Multiple Sclerosis, mainly in Activities of Daily Living and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living. The results gave rise to the category Repercussions of Multiple Sclerosis on the Daily Activities of People Living with Multiple Sclerosis. Conclusion: It was possible to identify that the studies that investigated the occupations of people with Multiple Sclerosis report limitations regarding engagement in daily life and that they need more depth and investigation in different occupations.