Group Balance Training for People With Multiple Sclerosis
Group Balance Training for People With Multiple Sclerosis
What it found
A paper reports the results; we have not read it yet. See Papers below.
What was tested
Treatment tested
- Group balance training
What it measured
Main measures
Change from Baseline in Bergs balance scale
Change from Baseline in Bergs balance scale at 7 weeks
Walking and mobility
Other measures (15)
Change from Baseline in Four Square step test
Change from Baseline in Four Square step test at 7 weeks
Walking and mobilityChange from baseline in Timed chair stands test
Change from baseline in Times Chair stands test at 7 weeks
Physical functionChange from baseline in Timed Up and Go test
Change from baseline in Timed Up and Go test at 7 weeks
Walking and mobilityChange from baseline in Functional Gait Assessment
Change from baseline in Functional Gait Assessment at 7 weeks
Walking and mobilityChange from baseline in Postural sway
Change from baseline in Postural sway at 7 weeks
Change from baseline in Activities-specific Balance scale
Change from baseline in Activities-specific Balance scale at 7 weeks
Walking and mobilityChange from baseline in 12-item Multiple Sclerosis Walking scale
Change from baseline in 12-item Multiple Sclerosis Walking scale at 7 weeks
Walking and mobilityChange from Baseline in Bergs balance scale
Change from Baseline in Bergs balance scale at 14 weeks
Walking and mobilityChange from Baseline in Four Square step test
Change from baseline in Four Square step test at 14 weeks
Walking and mobilityChange from baseline in Times Chair stands test
Change from baseline in Times Chair stands test at 14 weeks
Physical function
Who could take part
MS (type not specified) · 18 and over
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Inclusion criteria
* Diagnosed multiple sclerosis by a neurologist, being able to walk 100 m with or without walking device, being able to get down on the floor with minor assistance
Exclusion criteria
* No balance deficit here defined as being able to stand still heel-toe for 30 seconds with arms crossed. * Ongoing relapse, cognitive- or language difficulties that prohibits performing the outcome measures.
As registered. Criteria can change, so ask the trial team or your neurologist.
About this trial
In the sponsor's words
People with multiple sclerosis (MS) often have affected balance capacity and an increased risk for falls. A risk factor for falls are activities requiring dual attention. Another factor leading to reduced balance capacity is trunk stability, and decreased trunk stability has been seen in people with MS compared to healthy controls. Earlier studies using core stability exercises have shown positive effects on balance, compared to no training. In Sweden, physical therapy for people with MS has often included group training. However, evidence for this intervention is scarce. The aim of this study is therefore to investigate balance training in group. The balance training includes core stability exercises and dual attention activities. A multi-centre study is planned with a waiting-list design. Participants are randomised to either exercise group with early start or with late start. The group balance training includes training 60 minutes 2 times per week for 7 weeks.
Papers
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History
Started
Aug 2012
Main results due
Jul 2013
Finished
Jul 2013