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Investigation of the Effects of Selective Exercise Training in Multiple Sclerosis

Not Applicable
Completed
Conditions
Exercise
Multiple Sclerosis
Interventions
Other: exercise
Registration Number
NCT04853654
Lead Sponsor
Sanko University
Brief Summary

Selective exercise programs specific to muscle groups, with the workload to be done in line with the muscle's own structure, can enable more strength to be released with less fatigue in MS, and this increase in strength can increase balance and functional activities. to determine the effects of type training (selective exercise training), eccentric and concentric training on function, balance, fatigue and muscle architecture.

Detailed Description

Recovery and enhancement of muscle function in MS is one of the main goals in physiotherapy and rehabilitation. In literature studies, it is stated that eccentric and concentric exercises are effective exercise approaches in increasing strength and reducing fatigue. However, the best exercise method is not yet clear in terms of providing better performance adaptation with less fatigue. Considering the architectural features of the lower extremity muscles, it is aimed to increase the angle of pennation with programs that include concentric strengthening of the quadriceps, gastro-soleus and gastrocnemius muscles, which are suitable muscle groups to produce large forces by design. With programs that include eccentric strengthening of the hamstring and tibialis anterior muscles that function in a wide range of motion and have high excursion ability, it is aimed to increase fiber length.

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
33
Inclusion Criteria
  • Between the ages of 18-50,
  • With an Extended Disability Status Scale (EDSS) score of 4 or less,
  • No regular exercise habit
  • Able to walk on the treadmill,
  • No pregnancy,
  • Not receiving corticosteroid treatment in the last month,
  • Fampridine etc. in the last 1 month. not taking medication,
  • Patients who have not received Botox treatment in the last 6 months
Exclusion Criteria

patients who do not agree to volunteer

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
PARALLEL
Arm && Interventions
GroupInterventionDescription
Downhill walkingexercisedownhill walking training on the treadmill for 2 days/week
Uphill walkingexerciseuphill walking training on the treadmill for 2 days/week
Selective trainingexerciseselective training on lower extremity for 3 days/week
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
muscle architecture parameter 1Change from Baseline at 8th weeks and 12th weeks

The pennation angle were evaluated with Ultrasound

muscle architecture parameter 2Change from Baseline at 8th weeks and 12th weeks

The fiber length were evaluated with Ultrasound

muscle architecture parameter 3Change from Baseline at 8th weeks and 12th weeks

The muscle thickness were evaluated with Ultrasound

Muscle strengthChange from Baseline at 8th weeks and 12th weeks

low extremity muscles were evaluated with hand dynamometer

Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
walking fatigueChange from Baseline at 8th weeks and 12th weeks

Walking Fatigue Index

perceived fatigueChange from Baseline at 8th weeks and 12th weeks

Fatigue Severity Scale

physical fatigueChange from Baseline at 8th weeks and 12th weeks

Modified Borg Scale before and after 6-minute walking test

static balanceChange from Baseline at 8th weeks and 12th weeks

Single standing tests

Functional activities 1Change from Baseline at 8th weeks and 12th weeks

timed-up go test

Functional activities 2Change from Baseline at 8th weeks and 12th weeks

2-minute walk test

Functional activities 3Change from Baseline at 8th weeks and 12th weeks

25-feet walk test

dynamic balanceChange from Baseline at 8th weeks and 12th weeks

4 square step tests

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Zekiye İpek Katırcı Kırmacı

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Gaziantep, Turkey

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