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Clinical Neurology
Aymara Abreu-Corrales, Ana Velasco, Alicia Cuesta-Gomez, Juan Luis Sanchez-Gonzalez
Summary: This study aims to evaluate the effects of reflex locomotion and the Bobath concept on balance, spasticity, reaction time, respiratory parameters, and lacrimal biomarkers in patients with multiple sclerosis. It will be conducted from June 2023 to June 2024 at the University of Salamanca, with 27 participants in each group. Limitations include patient selection and number, delayed therapy implementation, inadequate sample collection and processing.
FRONTIERS IN NEUROLOGY
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Thomas Bowman, Fabiola Giovanna Mestanza Mattos, Silvia Salvalaggio, Francesca Marazzini, Cristina Allera Longo, Serena Bocini, Michele Gennuso, Francesco Giuseppe Materazzi, Elisa Pelosin, Martina Putzolu, Rita Russo, Andrea Turolla, Susanna Mezzarobba, Davide Cattaneo
Summary: This paper describes the prevalence of physical therapy goals and interventions in people with neurological disorders and investigates their impact on outcome measures. The study found that walking was the most common goal of physical therapy, with interventions aimed at improving walking performance being the most frequently used. Additionally, physical therapy was found to have a significant clinical effect on improving gait and balance functions.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Immunology
Chunyu Li, Junyu Lin, Tianmi Yang, Yi Xiao, Qirui Jiang, Huifang Shang
Summary: Multiple epidemiological studies have shown an association between physical activity and the risk of multiple sclerosis (MS), with moderate physical activity appearing to reduce the risk of MS.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Sebastian Proschinger, Puya Kuhwand, Annette Rademacher, David Walzik, Clemens Warnke, Philipp Zimmer, Niklas Joisten
Summary: Exercise may improve certain clinical measures in patients with multiple sclerosis, but it is difficult to conclude a supportive disease-modifying effect. Existing studies have limitations such as low evidence quality and short intervention duration, highlighting the need for more high-quality research to evaluate the role of exercise in multiple sclerosis.
JOURNAL OF NEUROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kailynn Mannella, Giulia A. Albanese, David Ditor, Jacopo Zenzeri, Michael W. R. Holmes
Summary: Robotic training for 4 weeks can improve motor accuracy and muscular strength in patients with multiple sclerosis. The training protocol involves tracking a moving target, resulting in significant improvements in tracking and figural error for participants.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Yoshimasa Sagawa, Eric Watelain, Thierry Moulin, Pierre Decavel
Summary: This study found that the level of activity in persons with multiple sclerosis (PwMS) during weekdays and weekends was significantly lower than the healthy control group. The level of activity was negatively correlated with clinical parameters such as multiple sclerosis disability in PwMS.
Review
Rehabilitation
Stephanie L. Silveira, Trinh Huynh, Ariel Kidwell, Dena Sadeghi-Bahmani, Robert W. Motl
Summary: This study aims to identify and summarize behavior change techniques used in interventions to promote physical activity in individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS). Results show a variety of behavior change interventions including a mean of 15 BCTs per study, with varying effect sizes ranging from 0.04 to 1.49. This review serves as a comprehensive guide for future intervention development aimed at increasing physical activity and improving overall health in MS patients.
ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
(2021)
Article
Rehabilitation
Ulric S. Abonie, John Saxton, Katherine Baker, Florentina J. Hettinga
Summary: The study showed that self-reported activity pacing is associated with physical activity levels and variability in adults with multiple sclerosis. Patients with low activity levels may be inappropriately using activity pacing as a reactionary response to their symptoms.
CLINICAL REHABILITATION
(2021)
Review
Neurosciences
Athanasios K. Chasiotis, Dimitrios K. Kitsos, Konstantina Stavrogianni, Vasileios Giannopapas, Marianna Papadopoulou, Christina Zompola, George P. Paraskevas, Daphne Bakalidou, Sotirios Giannopoulos
Summary: This systematic review investigates physiotherapeutic rehabilitation techniques for managing cerebellar ataxia caused by MS and finds that most patients experienced a decrease in symptoms post-treatment. However, the overall quality of the included studies was of moderate level, highlighting the need for further multicenter research.
JOURNAL OF NEUROSCIENCE RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Rehabilitation
Katie L. J. Cederberg, Brenda Jeng, Jeffer E. Sasaki, Robert W. Motl
Summary: This study examined the device-measured physical activity levels and sedentary behavior participation of adults with multiple sclerosis (MS) at different times of the day. The results showed that fatigued MS participants engaged in less moderate-to-vigorous physical activity, took fewer steps, and had more sedentary time compared to nonfatigued participants. Regardless of fatigue status, the highest levels of physical activity occurred in the morning and midday, while the highest levels of sedentary behavior were seen in the evening.
ARCHIVES OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Tobias Braun, Raphael Weidmann, Jens Carsten Moeller, Anissa Ammann, Detlef Marks
Summary: Regular outpatient rehabilitation services are vital for patients with chronic neurological disorders, but the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent lockdowns have severely limited access to these services. This case report highlights the significant impact of interrupted rehabilitation services on patients' functional abilities, stressing the importance of continuous access to rehabilitation services for those in need.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL CASE REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Francesco Romano, Robert W. Motl, Paola Valsasina, Maria Pia Amato, Giampaolo Brichetto, Nicolo Bruschi, Jeremy Chataway, Nancy D. Chiaravalloti, Gary Cutter, Ulrik Dalgas, John DeLuca, Rachel Farrell, Peter Feys, Jennifer Freeman, Matilde Inglese, Cecilia Meza, Amber Salter, Brian M. Sandroff, Anthony Feinstein, Maria A. Rocca, Massimo Filippi, CogEx Res Team CogEx Res Team
Summary: Altered thalamic volumes and resting state functional connectivity are associated with physical activity and cardiorespiratory fitness in people with progressive multiple sclerosis. Thalamic structural and functional alterations are correlated with levels of physical activity and cardiorespiratory fitness in people with progressive multiple sclerosis. People with progressive multiple sclerosis have lower thalamic volumes and abnormal resting state functional connectivity.
JOURNAL OF NEUROLOGY
(2023)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Carmen Adella Sirbu, Dana-Claudia Thompson, Florentina Cristina Plesa, Titus Mihai Vasile, Dragos Catalin Jianu, Marian Mitrica, Daniela Anghel, Constantin Stefani
Summary: Multiple sclerosis is a common neurological disease that affects gait, balance, fatigue, and other symptoms. Neurorehabilitation therapy can improve symptoms and enhance quality of life. This study evaluates current treatments for the most severe symptoms of multiple sclerosis and explores future directions and potential therapies.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Lucia Torres-Alamo, Remedios Lopez-Liria, Maria Angeles Valverde-Martinez, Maria Jesus Benzo-Iglesias, Jacobo A. Rubio-Arias
Summary: This systematic review analyzes the effectiveness of breathing exercises in improving fatigue in patients with multiple sclerosis. The findings suggest that incorporating respiratory exercises, such as Ai-Chi and Pilates, into rehabilitation programs may help reduce the perception of fatigue. However, the heterogeneity in protocols and outcome measures makes it difficult to generalize the results.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Gustavo Rodriguez-Fuentes, Lucia Silveira-Pereira, Pedro Ferradans-Rodriguez, Pablo Campo-Prieto
Summary: The Pilates Method has been found to be an effective rehabilitation tool for patients with multiple sclerosis (pwMS), improving balance, gait, physical-functional conditions, and cognitive functions. However, its impact on fatigue, quality of life, and psychological function is not clear. High adherence to Pilates intervention and minimal adverse effects were reported.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Agnieszka M. Jankowska, Robert Klimkiewicz, Anna Kubsik, Paulina Klimkiewicz, Janusz Smigielski, Marta Woldanska-Okonska
ADVANCES IN CLINICAL AND EXPERIMENTAL MEDICINE
(2017)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kamil Koszela, Marta Woldanska-Okonska
Summary: The study showed that comprehensive rehabilitation for patients with back pain caused by discopathy is significantly effective in reducing pain. Smoking significantly worsens the pain intensity and treatment outcomes for patients undergoing surgical treatment.
ANNALS OF AGRICULTURAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Marta Woldanska-Okonska, Kamil Koszela
Summary: This study found that low-frequency magnetic fields can increase the concentration of serotonin, which may be used in the treatment of diseases with low serotonin concentrations. Magnetotherapy and magnetic stimulation have similar effects.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Biology
Kamil Koszela, Marta Woldanska-Okonska
Summary: This study found that age and sex do not seem to have a significant impact on back pain intensity in rehabilitated patients with discopathy. Further research is still needed in a larger group of patients.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Adam Zdziechowski, Anna Gluba-Sagr, Jacek Rysz, Marta Woldanska-Okonska
Summary: Osteoarthritis (OA) is a prevalent disease that causes functional impairment, disability, and socio-economic burden. Rehabilitation with various interventions aims to reduce disability. However, the effectiveness of rehabilitation can be limited, and understanding the molecular mechanisms activated by rehabilitation may lead to more effective procedures. Molecular biology methods can be crucial in rehabilitation as many procedures cannot be assessed using traditional clinical trials. This article explores the role of molecular biology in the development of modern rehabilitation and emphasizes the importance of clinicians in experimental design.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Marta Woldanska-Okonska, Anna Kubsik-Gidlewska, Kamil Koszela
Summary: The aim of this study was to assess the changes in melatonin concentration under the influence of magnetic stimulation in men with low back pain. The study found that magnetic stimulation does not reduce the nocturnal peak of melatonin concentration, but prolongs the secretion of melatonin. The impact of the magnetic field is maintained for 1 month after the end of the application.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Patrycja Widlak, Sylwia Kaczmarek, Paulina Klimkiewicz, Monika Lopuszanska-Dawid
Summary: This study compared the effects of whole-body and local cryotherapy on pain and function of the osteoarthritic hip. The results showed that both therapies noticeably reduced pain and improved daily functioning of the participants.
BIOMEDICAL HUMAN KINETICS
(2023)
Article
Rehabilitation
Agnieszka Jankowska, Paulina Klimkiewicz, Sylwia Krukowska, Marta Woldanska-Okonska
Summary: The study demonstrated that training on the stabilometric platform can significantly improve the balance and functional performance of patients after stroke, indicating a positive impact on their rehabilitation.