The overarching goal of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness and impact of an online self-management program for preventing falls among people with multiple sclerosis (PwMS). To accomplish this objective, the investigators have designed a web-based fall prevention program called Free From Falls Online (FFFO), based on the traditionally in-person program developed by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. The specific aims of this study are three-fold: (1) to evaluate the effectiveness of an online fall prevention self-education program by comparing fall frequency between participants and controls; (2) evaluate the impact of FFFO by comparing patient reported measures of physical function, fatigue, self-efficacy, psychosocial illness impact, social participation and satisfaction, and perception of global health between participants and controls; (3) and to determine usability of and satisfaction with FFFO.
MS of any type with no relapse in the previous month Self-reported history of 2 or more falls in the previous 2 months Ability to walk at least 100 meters with intermittent or unilateral constant assistance (Expanded Disability Severity Scale (EDSS) step <6.0) Daily access a computer and willingness to respond to a daily survey
Exclusion Criteria:
Medical conditions that would preclude reliable participation or increases risk for injury during the program
