Multiple sclerosis (MS), also called encephalomyelitis disseminata (ED), is a chronic inflammatory disease of the central nervous system (CNS) in which the insulating covers of nerve cells are damaged. Despite extensive research the cause is not known. Next to epilepsy, it is one of the most common neurological illnesses among young adults and is of significant importance in social medicine.

With multiple sclerosis, multiple scattered lesions develop in the white matter of the brain and spinal cord. These are presumably caused by the attack of the body’s own antibodies on the myelin sheaths of the nerve cell extensions. Since the lesions can occur anywhere in the CNS, multiple sclerosis can cause almost any neurological symptom. Vision disturbances with a reduction in visual acuity and eye movement disturbances (internuclear ophthalmoplegia) are typical but not specific to multiple sclerosis. The severity of the patient’s disabilities is often specified using a scale (EDSS).

In spite of extensive research, the cause has not been established.
Numerous theories exist with regard to the pathogenesis (emergence) of the disease. Existing findings indicate multifactorial pathogenesis with the involvement of genetic factors and environmental influences as triggers of immune-mediated damage.

Every affected individual has different symptoms of varying severity (vision disturbances, paraesthesia, signs of paralysis etc.).
When the overall course of the disease is examined, the symptoms that most often impair the quality of life for affected individuals are fatigue, bladder function disturbances and disturbances of the motor system, such as paralysis and spastic hypertonicity.

• Since MS has many different stages, it is never possible to make statements about individual effectiveness without trying kybun for yourself. It is important for the affected individual to feel comfortable and not overtaxed by kybun training. That means not overdoing the training (adjust the duration of use!). Most people are able to assess this adequately for themselves.
• Try various kybun shoes; some models with a higher cut provide more stability. We also recommend a kybun shoe model with a lower rebound effect. It is a bit wider in the midfoot area, therefore making you feel more stable while walking.
• If you still feel too unsafe walking in the kybun shoe, we advise using the kybun mat. The kybun mat is available in three different thicknesses. This allows you to choose the thickness that is most comfortable for you (the thicker, the more unstable, the more intensive the training).
  You can also hold on to a fixed object if you need additional support when using the kybun mat.
• Keep performing the kybun exercises regularly. This loosens your muscle tissue while intensifying training at the same time.
• Be sure to maintain an upright posture and do not look at the floor.
• Avoid taking excessively long steps since this makes it easier to balance your body weight on the soft, elastic material.