Sample characteristics
| Characteristic | N (%) |
|---|---|
| Years with MS symptoms | |
| 20–29 | 324 (43.6) |
| 30–39 | 245 (33.0) |
| 40–49 | 135 (18.2) |
| 50–59 | 31 (4.2) |
| 60 or more | 7 (0.9) |
| Initial MS diagnosis | |
| Relapsing–remitting | 386 (52.0) |
| Primary progressive | 99 (13.3) |
| Secondary progressive | 65 (8.7) |
| Progressive–relapsing | 16 (2.2) |
| Benign | 43 (5.8) |
| Unknown | 126 (17.0) |
| Living situation | |
| Living in a private home | 715 (96.2) |
| Living in an assisted living complex | 16 (2.2) |
| Living in long-term care | 11 (1.5) |
| Home care | 146 (19.7) |
| Equipment | 200 (26.9) |
| Home modifications | 73 (9.8) |
| Private insurance (health/disability) | |
| Yes | 393 (52.9) |
| No | 350 (47.1) |
MS, multiple sclerosis.