Motor neurone disease: a progressive disease requiring a coordinated approach.

1. Such a variety of causes are implicated for MND that it is unlikely a single cause exists. 2. There is no actual treatment for the disease other than alleviating symptoms and improving function by the use of aids and appliances. 3. Care of people with MND is highly specialised, requiring multidisciplinary cooperation to ensure effective patient care. 4. Nurses owe it to their patients to acquaint themselves with the disease and support networks available.