Effectiveness of balance and gait rehabilitation programs in persons with multiple sclerosis: A systematic review and meta-analysis Authors: Paltamaa, J., et al. (2020) – Clinical Rehabilitation Why it’s interesting:
The gold standard for quantifying disability. Physiotherapy heavily targets steps 4.0 to 6.5, where mobility becomes significantly impaired.
From simple "energy conservation" to active "neurorestorative" care. Slide 3: Comprehensive Assessment physiotherapy management of multiple sclerosis ppt upd
Flexibility and balance training are recommended 3–6 times per week as a foundation . Specialized Interventions
: Previous "energy conservation" models have been replaced by evidence that moderate-to-vigorous exercise is safe and does not worsen MS pathology. 2. Targeted Symptom Management Effectiveness of balance and gait rehabilitation programs in
Telerehabilitation in multiple sclerosis: Results of a randomized controlled trial on motor fatigue and walking ability Authors: Khan, F., et al. (2021) – Journal of Telemedicine and Telecare Why it’s interesting:
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, immune-mediated disease of the central nervous system that commonly causes motor, sensory, balance, fatigue, and cognitive impairments. Physiotherapy plays a central role in maximizing function, minimizing disability, and improving quality of life for people with MS across all disease stages. The following updated PPT-style blog post summarizes contemporary physiotherapy approaches, evidence-based interventions, and practical tips for clinicians and students. 70% 1RM | Theraband
Reverses muscle atrophy caused by disuse and counteracts neural recruitment deficits. Core Stability and Balance Retraining
Effective physiotherapy addresses the specific motor and sensory deficits common in MS: Presentation: Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy management of multiple sclerosis - ScienceDirect
| Domain | Frequency | Intensity | Type | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Aerobic | 3-5x/week | RPE 12-15 (Borg) | Recumbent bike, aquatic | | Resistance | 2-3x/week | 8-12 reps, 70% 1RM | Theraband, machines | | Balance | Daily | Unstable surface | Tai Chi, yoga, dual-task |