'Getting the Balance Right' - A comparison of physiotherapy and exerci
A randomised controlled trial of physiotherapy and exercise interventions for ambulatory people with multiple sclerosis (MS)
What it found
A paper reports the results; we have not read it yet. See Papers below.
What it measured
Main measures
Multiple Sclerosis Impact Scale 29, v2 All primary and secondary outcomes will be assessed at the following timepoins: Week 1, (before intervention), week 12 (after intervention/control period) and week 24 (follow-up)
Other measures (1)
1. Muscle strength using hand held dynamometry 2. Modified Ashworth Scale 3. Physiological Cost Index 4. Six-minute walking test 5. Berg Balance Scale 6. Modified Fatigue Impact Scale All primary and secondary outcomes will be assessed at the following timepoins: Week 1, (before intervention), week 12 (after intervention/control period) and week 24 (follow-up)
FatigueWalking and mobilityPhysical functionSpasticity
Who could take part
MS (type not specified) · 18 and over
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Inclusion criteria
Inclusion: 1. Both males and females, aged >=18 2. Diagnosis of MS confirmed by their consultant physician or neurologist 3. Resident in the republic of Ireland Exclusion: 1. Currently experiencing an exacerbation of symptoms due to relapse 2. Patients who have had steroid treatment within 3 months of the baseline measurement 3. Pregnant at time of referral 4. Under 18 years of age
Exclusion criteria
Not separately supplied in the registry.
As registered. Criteria can change, so ask the trial team or your neurologist.
About this trial
In the sponsor's words
Not provided at time of registration
Papers
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History
Started
Apr 2008
Finished
Oct 2009