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BACKGROUND Fatigue is a common experience among persons diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS). Fatigue negatively influences quality of life, interferes with activities of daily living, and impairs the ability to maintain gainful employment. Mechanisms underlying the pathophysiologic determinants of fatigue in MS are poorly understood, and effective treatments to manage fatigue present a challenge. Although the use of pharmacologic therapies is recommended to treat symptomatic fatigue, undertreatment of fatigue is common. Better long-term management and symptomatic relief may be provided by the use of nonpharmacologic treatments such as increased physical activity, energy conservation, and cognitive behavioral therapy. METHODS The purpose of this study was to explore the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial dimensions of fatigue impact among persons with long-standing MS-defined here as having been diagnosed with MS for 17 years or more. A sample of 331 participants with MS completed surveys measuring fatigue impact, MS-related functional limitation, depressive symptoms, barriers to health promotion, personal resources, and health promoting behaviors. RESULTS MS-related functional limitation and depressive symptoms were the strongest predictors of fatigue impact. MS-related functional limitation explained the greatest amount of variance in models predicting physical and psychosocial fatigue impact, whereas depressive symptoms explained the most variance in models predicting total and cognitive fatigue impact. Barriers to health promotion explained the least amount of variance among the models. Personal resources and health promoting behaviors were not significant predictors of fatigue impact in this study. CONCLUSION Interventions aimed at reducing MS-related functional limitations, depressive symptoms, and barriers to health promotion may have beneficial influences on fatigue impact, whereas actions designed to promote personal resource adequacy as well as engagement in health promoting behaviors may not translate into improvements in fatigue impact in persons with MS.
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Afkar A, Ashouri A, Rahmani M, Emami Sigaroudi A. Effect of exercise therapy on quality of life of patients with multiple sclerosis in Iran: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Neurol Sci 2017; 38:1901-1911. [DOI: 10.1007/s10072-017-3047-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2017] [Accepted: 06/21/2017] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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Quinn L, Morgan D. From Disease to Health: Physical Therapy Health Promotion Practices for Secondary Prevention in Adult and Pediatric Neurologic Populations. J Neurol Phys Ther 2017; 41 Suppl 3:S46-S54. [PMID: 28628596 PMCID: PMC5477649 DOI: 10.1097/npt.0000000000000166] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE Over the last decade there has been a substantial increase in efforts to better understand how targeted physical activity and exercise interventions can be used to minimize secondary consequences arising from neurological damage in both adult and pediatric populations. This article offers an overview of contemporary research that addresses mediators of functional and neuroplastic adaptations associated with physical activity and exercise. We emphasize the important role that physical therapists can play to increase participation and improve well-being in adults and children with neurological disorders. We further highlight potential strategies to foster translation of evidence-based findings for use by clinicians and consumers. SUMMARY OF KEY POINTS Engagement in physical activity can serve as a powerful promoter of health and well-being in adults and youth with neurologic disease, and has the potential to alter the course of disease processes. Physical therapists can play a key role in promoting fitness and wellness by encouraging active living, providing early diagnosis of disease and prescribing targeted activity interventions to improve fitness and participation, and helping individuals overcome personal and environmental barriers to an active lifestyle. RECOMMENDATIONS FOR CLINICAL PRACTICE Physical therapists must adopt a model of rehabilitation that emphasizes secondary prevention in adults and youth with neurologic diseases. Physical therapists have a unique role in developing forward-thinking approaches in using innovative health and wellness strategies to promote positive changes in activity and exercise behaviors.
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- Lori Quinn
- Department of Biobehavioral Sciences, Teachers College, Columbia University, New York (L.Q.); and Department of Health and Human Performance, Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro (D.M.)
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Held Bradford E, Finlayson M, White Gorman A, Wagner J. Maximizing gait and balance: behaviors and decision-making processes of persons with multiple sclerosis and physical therapists. Disabil Rehabil 2017. [PMID: 28637128 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2017.1283448] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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PURPOSE To describe the behavioral decisions used by persons with multiple sclerosis (MS) and physical therapists to maximize gait and balance following outpatient physical therapy. METHODS A multi-method case series with seven matched pairs (persons with MS-physical therapists). Quota sampling maximized variability among persons with MS (disease steps score range 3-6). Three of the four physical therapists were MS or neurology certified. Persons with MS completed a phone survey, follow-up interview, and standardized questionnaires. Physical therapists completed an interview. Data were collected 2-8 weeks following discharge. Content and constant comparison analyses were used for thematic development and triangulation. RESULTS Core themes arose exemplifying the decision-making processes and actions of persons with MS (challenging self by pushing but respecting limits) and physical therapists (finding the right fit). One overarching theme, keeping their lived world large, or participation in valued life roles, emerged integrating both perspectives driving decision-making. CONCLUSIONS Participants have a shared goal of maximizing gait and balance so persons with MS can participate in valued life roles. Understanding the differences in the behavioral decisions and optimizing skill sets in shared decision-making and self-management may enhance the therapeutic partnership and engagement in gait- and balance-enhancing behaviors. Implications for Rehabilitation Persons with MS and physical therapists have a shared goal of maximizing gait and balance so persons with MS can participate in valued activities and life roles, or more poetically, keep their lived world large. Knowledge that persons with MS aim to challenge themselves by pushing but respecting limits can provide physical therapists with greater insight in helping persons with MS resolve uncertainty, set meaningful goals, and build the routines and resilience needed for engagement in gait- and balance-enhancing behaviors. Enriching skill sets in shared decision-making, behavior change and self-management may optimize the physical therapist toolbox.
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- Elissa Held Bradford
- a Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training , Saint Louis University , St. Louis , MO , USA.,b Health Sciences , Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions , Provo , UT , USA
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- c School of Rehabilitation Therapy, Queen's University , Kingston , Canada
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- b Health Sciences , Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions , Provo , UT , USA
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- a Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training , Saint Louis University , St. Louis , MO , USA
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Ketelhut NB, Kindred JH, Pimentel RE, Hess AM, Tracy BL, Reiser RF, Rudroff T. Functional factors that are important correlates to physical activity in people with multiple sclerosis: a pilot study. Disabil Rehabil 2017; 40:2416-2423. [DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2017.1336647] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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- Nathaniel B Ketelhut
- Department of Health and Exercise Science, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, USA
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- Department of Health and Exercise Science, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, USA
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- Department of Health and Exercise Science, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, USA
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- Department of Statistics, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, USA
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- Department of Health and Exercise Science, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, USA
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- Department of Health and Exercise Science, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, USA
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- Department of Health and Exercise Science, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, USA
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Learmonth YC, Adamson BC, Balto JM, Chiu CY, Molina-Guzman IM, Finlayson M, Riskin BJ, Motl RW. Identifying preferred format and source of exercise information in persons with multiple sclerosis that can be delivered by health-care providers. Health Expect 2017; 20:1001-1010. [PMID: 28915343 PMCID: PMC5600243 DOI: 10.1111/hex.12541] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/02/2017] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Background There is increasing recognition of the benefits of exercise in individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS), yet the MS population does not engage in sufficient amounts of exercise to accrue health benefits. There has been little qualitative inquiry to establish the preferred format and source for receiving exercise information from health‐care providers among persons with MS. Objective We sought to identify the desired and preferred format and source of exercise information for persons with MS that can be delivered through health‐care providers. Setting and participants Participants were adults with MS who had mild or moderate disability and participated in a range of exercise levels. All participants lived in the Midwest of the United States. Methods Fifty semi‐structured interviews were conducted and analysed using thematic analysis. Results Two themes emerged, (i) approach for receiving exercise promotion and (ii) ideal person for promoting exercise. Persons with MS want to receive exercise information through in‐person consultations with health‐care providers, print media and electronic media. Persons with MS want to receive exercise promotion from health‐care providers with expertise in MS (ie neurologists) and with expertise in exercise (eg physical therapists). Conclusions These data support the importance of understanding how to provide exercise information to persons with MS and identifying that health‐care providers including neurologists and physical therapists should be involved in exercise promotion.
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- Yvonne C Learmonth
- School of Psychology and Exercise Science, Murdoch University, Murdoch, WA, Australia
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- Department of Kinesiology and Community Health, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Department of Kinesiology and Community Health, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Department of Kinesiology and Community Health, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Department of Latina/Latino Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
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- School of Rehabilitation Therapy, Queen's University, Kingston, ON, Canada
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- School of Psychology and Exercise Science, Murdoch University, Murdoch, WA, Australia
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- Department of Physical Therapy, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, USA
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Backus D, Burdett B, Hawkins L, Manella C, McCully KK, Sweatman M. Outcomes After Functional Electrical Stimulation Cycle Training in Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis Who Are Nonambulatory. Int J MS Care 2017; 19:113-121. [PMID: 28603459 DOI: 10.7224/1537-2073.2015-036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND Exercise is safe and beneficial for people with multiple sclerosis (MS). Functional electrical stimulation (FES) cycling offers people with significant weakness and mobility challenges an option for exercise. We sought to evaluate the safety of FES cycling and its potential to improve fatigue, pain, spasticity, and quality of life in people with moderate-to-severe MS. METHODS Sixteen participants with MS who were nonambulatory cycled for 30 minutes two to three times a week for 1 month. Outcomes assessed included MS Quality of Life Inventory (MSQLI) subscales, Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS), and manual muscle test (MMT). RESULTS Fourteen participants (six women and eight men) with MS completed the training. All were able to maintain or increase their cycle time; half increased the resistance while cycling. Participants demonstrated a significant decrease in the Physical (P = .02) and Psychosocial (P < .01) subscales of the Modified Fatigue Impact Scale. There was no significant change in the other MSQLI subscale scores. There was no change in MAS and MMT scores. Type of MS and the use of antispasticity medications, disease-modifying therapies, or dalfampridine did not seem to influence response to training. There were no adverse events. CONCLUSIONS Functional electrical stimulation cycling may be a viable and effective exercise option for people with moderate-to-severe MS. Further study is required to examine the parameters of FES cycling that are most effective for people with different MS symptoms and to fully explore the potential benefits of optimizing function and improving health in people with MS.
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Muscle strength and power in persons with multiple sclerosis – A systematic review and meta-analysis. J Neurol Sci 2017; 376:225-241. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jns.2017.03.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 71] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2016] [Revised: 03/14/2017] [Accepted: 03/15/2017] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Lower Physical Activity in Persons with Multiple Sclerosis at Increased Fall Risk. Am J Phys Med Rehabil 2017; 96:357-361. [DOI: 10.1097/phm.0000000000000581] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Stennett A, De Souza L, Norris M. Physical activity and exercise priorities in community dwelling people with multiple sclerosis: a Delphi study. Disabil Rehabil 2017; 40:1686-1693. [PMID: 28394185 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2017.1309464] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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AIMS Exercise and physical activity have been found to be beneficial in managing disabilities caused by multiple sclerosis. Despite the known benefits, many people with multiple sclerosis are inactive. This study aimed to identify the prioritised exercise and physical activity practices of people with multiple sclerosis living in the community and the reasons why they are engaged in these activities. METHODS A four Round Delphi questionnaire scoped and determined consensus of priorities for the top 10 exercise and physical activities and the reasons why people with multiple sclerosis (n = 101) are engaged in these activities. Data were analysed using content analysis, descriptive statistics, and non-parametric tests. RESULTS The top 10 exercise and physical activity practices and the top 10 reasons why people with multiple sclerosis (n = 70) engaged in these activities were identified and prioritised. Consensus was achieved for the exercise and physical activities (W = 0.744, p < .0001) and for the reasons they engaged in exercise and physical activity (W = 0.723, p < .0001). CONCLUSION The exercise and physical activity practices and the reasons people with multiple sclerosis engaged in exercise and physical activity were diverse. These self-selected activities and reasons highlighted that people with multiple sclerosis might conceptualise exercise and physical activity in ways that may not be fully appreciated or understood by health professionals. Considerations of the views of people with multiple sclerosis may be essential if the goal of increasing physical activity in this population is to be achieved. Implications for Rehabilitation Health professionals should work collaboratively with people with multiple sclerosis to understand how they prioritise activities, the underlying reasons for their prioritisations and embed these into rehabilitation programmes. Health professionals should utilise activities prioritised by people with multiple sclerosis in the community as a way to support, promote, and sustain exercise and physical activity in this population. Rehabilitation interventions should include both the activities people with multiple sclerosis prioritise and the reasons why they engage in exercise and physical activity as another option for increasing physical activity levels and reducing sedentary behaviours.
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- Andrea Stennett
- a Department of Clinical Sciences , Brunel University London , London , UK
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- a Department of Clinical Sciences , Brunel University London , London , UK
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- a Department of Clinical Sciences , Brunel University London , London , UK
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Dixon-Ibarra A, Nery-Hurwit M, Driver S, MacDonald M. Using health promotion guidelines for persons with disabilities to develop and evaluate a physical activity program for individuals with multiple sclerosis: A feasibility study. EVALUATION AND PROGRAM PLANNING 2017; 61:150-159. [PMID: 28103520 DOI: 10.1016/j.evalprogplan.2016.12.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2016] [Revised: 12/01/2016] [Accepted: 12/07/2016] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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The Health Education for Persons with Multiple Sclerosis (HEMS) program was developed in response to the need for interventions aimed at increasing physical activity for individuals with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). It was developed and evaluated using Drum and colleagues (2009) guidelines for implementing health promotion programs for individuals with disabilities. The purpose of this feasibility study is to describe the development, implementation, and evaluation of the HEMS program. Thirteen individuals with MS completed the 8-week health education program. A mixed method approach for evaluation was implemented (i.e., survey and focus groups). Process and resource feasibility demonstrated that over half of the participants attended at least 80% of the weekly sessions. Focus group data provided valuable feedback for future iterations of the program including critiques on the delivery, content, and group support provided. Outcome evaluation showed increases in self-efficacy (survey), improvements in theoretical constructs (focus groups), and increased physical activity (focus groups). Results show that health promotion programs for persons with MS can improve physical activity and related constructs. Next steps will be to revise, implement, and reevaluate the HEMS program in a larger randomized control trial.
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- Alicia Dixon-Ibarra
- Oregon State University, Department of Public Health, 123 Women's Building, Corvallis, OR 97321, United States.
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- Pacific Lutheran University, 12180 Park Ave S., Tacoma, WA 98447, United States.
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- Baylor Institute for Rehabilitation, 909N. Washington Avenue, Dallas, TX 75246, United States.
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- Oregon State University, Department of Public Health, 123 Women's Building, Corvallis, OR 97321, United States.
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Fakolade A, Finlayson M, Plow M. Using telerehabilitation to support people with multiple sclerosis: A qualitative analysis of interactions, processes, and issues across three interventions. Br J Occup Ther 2017. [DOI: 10.1177/0308022617690405] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Introduction It is important to understand the interactions, processes, and issues that occur within telerehabilitation interventions to inform research and practice. The aim of this study was to identify the difficulties reported and intervention features that were captured as helpful in the notes written by occupational therapists during a telerehabilitation trial. Method Administrative documentation in the form of 60 subjective, objective, assessment, and plan notes were collected. The trial examined the effectiveness of three teleconference-delivered interventions: physical activity alone, fatigue management with physical activity, and contact-control social support for people with multiple sclerosis. Results Five themes emerged: desiring change, taking action, experiencing difficulty, infrastructure support, and relief and appreciation. Desiring change captured therapists’ observations of clients’ desire to manage symptoms and improve participation; it was most apparent at the beginning and supported clients’ taking action as the interventions progressed. Therapists identified their own difficulties with group facilitation and time management and clients’ difficulties with some intervention materials. Infrastructure support was reported to be helpful in minimizing some of these difficulties. In the end, the therapists expressed relief that the clients appeared to benefit from and appreciate the interventions. Conclusion This study highlights the need for and importance of providing resources and training to support teleconference-delivered interventions in clinical practice.
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- Afolasade Fakolade
- PhD Candidate, School of Rehabilitation Therapy, Queen’s University, Kingston, Canada
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- Professor and Director, School of Rehabilitation Therapy, Vice-Dean (Health Sciences) Queen’s University, Kingston, Canada
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- Assistant Professor, Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, USA
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Esposito S, Bonavita S, Sparaco M, Gallo A, Tedeschi G. The role of diet in multiple sclerosis: A review. Nutr Neurosci 2017; 21:377-390. [PMID: 28338444 DOI: 10.1080/1028415x.2017.1303016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 85] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a multifactorial, inflammatory, and neurodegenerative disease of the central nervous system, where environmental factors interact with genetic susceptibility. The role of diet on MS has not been comprehensively elucidated; therefore, through an extensive search of relevant literature, this review reports the most significant evidence regarding nutrition as a possible co-factor influencing the inflammatory cascade by acting on both its molecular pathways and gut microbiota. Since nutritional status and dietary habits in MS patients have not been extensively reported, the lack of a scientific-based consensus on dietary recommendation in MS could encourage many patients to experiment alternative dietetic regimens, increasing the risk of malnutrition. This work investigates the health implications of an unbalanced diet in MS, and collects recent findings on nutrients of great interest among MS patients and physicians. The aim of this review is to elucidate the role of an accurate nutritional counseling in MS to move toward a multidisciplinary management of the disease and to encourage future studies demonstrating the role of a healthy diet on the onset and course of MS.
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- Sabrina Esposito
- a I Clinic of Neurology, Second University of Naples , 80138 , Italy.,b Department of Neuroscience, Psychology, Drug Research and Child Health , University of Florence , Italy
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- a I Clinic of Neurology, Second University of Naples , 80138 , Italy.,c MRI Research Center SUN-FISM, Second University of Naples , Italy.,d Institute for Diagnosis and Care "Hermitage Capodimonte" , Naples , Italy
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- a I Clinic of Neurology, Second University of Naples , 80138 , Italy
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- a I Clinic of Neurology, Second University of Naples , 80138 , Italy.,c MRI Research Center SUN-FISM, Second University of Naples , Italy.,d Institute for Diagnosis and Care "Hermitage Capodimonte" , Naples , Italy
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- a I Clinic of Neurology, Second University of Naples , 80138 , Italy.,c MRI Research Center SUN-FISM, Second University of Naples , Italy.,d Institute for Diagnosis and Care "Hermitage Capodimonte" , Naples , Italy
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Learmonth YC, Adamson BC, Kinnett-Hopkins D, Bohri M, Motl RW. Results of a feasibility randomised controlled study of the guidelines for exercise in multiple sclerosis project. Contemp Clin Trials 2017; 54:84-97. [DOI: 10.1016/j.cct.2016.11.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 53] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2016] [Revised: 11/18/2016] [Accepted: 11/27/2016] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Minimum number of days required for a reliable estimate of daily step count and energy expenditure, in people with MS who walk unaided. Gait Posture 2017; 53:201-206. [PMID: 28199925 DOI: 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2017.02.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2016] [Revised: 01/09/2017] [Accepted: 02/06/2017] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to examine the minimum number of days needed to reliably estimate daily step count and energy expenditure (EE), in people with multiple sclerosis (MS) who walked unaided. METHODS Seven days of activity monitor data were collected for 26 participants with MS (age=44.5±11.9years; time since diagnosis=6.5±6.2years; Patient Determined Disease Steps=≤3). Mean daily step count and mean daily EE (kcal) were calculated for all combinations of days (127 combinations), and compared to the respective 7-day mean daily step count or mean daily EE using intra-class correlations (ICC), the Generalizability Theory and Bland-Altman. RESULTS For step count, ICC values of 0.94-0.98 and a G-coefficient of 0.81 indicate a minimum of any random 2-day combination is required to reliably calculate mean daily step count. For EE, ICC values of 0.96-0.99 and a G-coefficient of 0.83 indicate a minimum of any random 4-day combination is required to reliably calculate mean daily EE. For Bland-Altman analyses all combinations of days, bar single day combinations, resulted in a mean bias within ±10%, when expressed as a percentage of the 7-day mean daily step count or mean daily EE. CONCLUSIONS A minimum of 2days for step count and 4days for EE, regardless of day type, is needed to reliably estimate daily step count and daily EE, in people with MS who walk unaided.
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Vister E, Tijsma ME, Hoang PD, Lord SR. Fatigue, Physical Activity, Quality of Life, and Fall Risk in People with Multiple Sclerosis. Int J MS Care 2017; 19:91-98. [PMID: 32607067 DOI: 10.7224/1537-2073.2015-077] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Background Fatigue, inactivity, and falls are major health issues for people with multiple sclerosis (MS). We examined the extent to which fatigue and low walking activity are associated with quality of life and increased fall risk in people with MS. Methods People with MS (N = 210, aged 21-74 years) were categorized as having either high or low reported fatigue and walking activity levels and were then followed up for falls using monthly fall diaries for 6 months. Results A high level of fatigue was significantly associated with higher MS Disease Steps scores, worse balance, high composite physiological (Physiological Profile Assessment) fall risk scores, greater fear of falling, lower World Health Organization Disability Assessment Schedule (WHODAS) quality of life scores, and more prospectively recorded falls. Low walking activity was significantly associated with higher MS Disease Steps scores, reduced proprioception, worse standing and leaning balance, slow stepping, slow gait speed, worse fine motor control, high Physiological Profile Assessment fall risk scores, more fear of falling, and lower WHODAS quality of life scores. Conclusions Increased fatigue and low walking activity levels were significantly associated with increased fall risk and lower quality of life in people with MS. Interventions aimed at addressing fatigue and inactivity may have multiple benefits for this group.
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Reider N, Salter AR, Cutter GR, Tyry T, Marrie RA. Potentially Modifiable Factors Associated With Physical Activity in Individuals With Multiple Sclerosis. Res Nurs Health 2017; 40:143-152. [DOI: 10.1002/nur.21783] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/18/2016] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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- Nadia Reider
- Department of Community Health Sciences; University of Manitoba; Health Sciences Centre, GF 533; 820 Sherbrook Street Winnipeg MB R3A 1R9 Canada
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- Department of Biostatistics; School of Public Health; University of Alabama at Birmingham; Birmingham AL
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- Department of Biostatistics; School of Public Health; University of Alabama at Birmingham; Birmingham AL
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- Dignity Health St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center; Phoenix AZ
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- Department of Community Health Sciences and Department of Internal Medicine; University of Manitoba; Winnipeg Manitoba Canada
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Aburub A, Khalil H, Al-Sharman A, Alomari M, Khabour O. The association between physical activity and sleep characteristics in people with multiple sclerosis. Mult Scler Relat Disord 2017; 12:29-33. [DOI: 10.1016/j.msard.2016.12.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2016] [Revised: 11/04/2016] [Accepted: 12/22/2016] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Krüger T, Behrens JR, Grobelny A, Otte K, Mansow-Model S, Kayser B, Bellmann-Strobl J, Brandt AU, Paul F, Schmitz-Hübsch T. Subjective and objective assessment of physical activity in multiple sclerosis and their relation to health-related quality of life. BMC Neurol 2017; 17:10. [PMID: 28086828 PMCID: PMC5237144 DOI: 10.1186/s12883-016-0783-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2016] [Accepted: 12/09/2016] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Background Physical activity (PA) is frequently restricted in people with multiple sclerosis (PwMS) and aiming to enhance PA is considered beneficial in this population. We here aimed to explore two standard methods (subjective plus objective) to assess PA reduction in PwMS and to describe the relation of PA to health-related quality of life (hrQoL). Methods PA was objectively measured over a 7-day period in 26 PwMS (EDSS 1.5–6.0) and 30 matched healthy controls (HC) using SenseWear mini® armband (SWAmini) and reported as step count, mean total and activity related energy expenditure (EE) as well as time spent in PA of different intensities. Measures of EE were also derived from self-assessment with IPAQ (International Physical Activity Questionnaire) long version, which additionally yielded information on the context of PA and a classification into subjects’ PA levels. To explore the convergence between both types of assessment, IPAQ categories (low, moderate, high) were related to selected PA parameters from objective assessment using ANOVA. Group differences and associated effect sizes for all PA parameters as well as their relation to clinical and hrQoL measures were determined. Results Both, SWAmini and IPAQ assessment, captured differences in PA between PwMS and HC. IPAQ categories fit well with common cut-offs for step count (p = 0.002) and mean METs (p = 0.004) to determine PA levels with objective devices. Correlations between specifically matched pairs of IPAQ and SWAmini parameters ranged between r .288 and r .507. Concerning hrQoL, the lower limb mobility subscore was related to four PA measures, while a relation with patients’ report of general contentment was only seen for one. Conclusions Both methods of assessment seem applicable in PwMS and able to describe reductions in daily PA at group level. Whether they can be used to track individual effects of interventions to enhance PA levels needs further exploration. The relation of PA measures with hrQoL seen with lower limb mobility suggests lower limb function not only as a major target for intervention to increase PA but also as a possible surrogate for PA changes. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (doi:10.1186/s12883-016-0783-0) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- Theresa Krüger
- NeuroCure Clinical Research Center, Clinical Neuroimmunology Group, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Charitéplatz 1, 10117, Berlin, Germany
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- NeuroCure Clinical Research Center, Clinical Neuroimmunology Group, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Charitéplatz 1, 10117, Berlin, Germany.,Department of Neurology, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Charitéplatz 1, 10117, Berlin, Germany
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- NeuroCure Clinical Research Center, Clinical Neuroimmunology Group, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Charitéplatz 1, 10117, Berlin, Germany
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- Motognosis UG, Schönhauser Allee 177, 10119, Berlin, Germany
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- Motognosis UG, Schönhauser Allee 177, 10119, Berlin, Germany
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- NeuroCure Clinical Research Center, Clinical Neuroimmunology Group, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Charitéplatz 1, 10117, Berlin, Germany.,Department of Neurology, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Charitéplatz 1, 10117, Berlin, Germany
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- NeuroCure Clinical Research Center, Clinical Neuroimmunology Group, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Charitéplatz 1, 10117, Berlin, Germany.,Department of Neurology, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Charitéplatz 1, 10117, Berlin, Germany
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- NeuroCure Clinical Research Center, Clinical Neuroimmunology Group, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Charitéplatz 1, 10117, Berlin, Germany.,Department of Neurology, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Charitéplatz 1, 10117, Berlin, Germany.,Experimental and Clinical Research Center, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin and Max Delbrück Center for Molecular Medicine, Lindenberger Weg 80, 13125, Berlin, Germany
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- NeuroCure Clinical Research Center, Clinical Neuroimmunology Group, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Charitéplatz 1, 10117, Berlin, Germany.
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Potential pathophysiological pathways that can explain the positive effects of exercise on fatigue in multiple sclerosis: A scoping review. J Neurol Sci 2017; 373:307-320. [PMID: 28131211 DOI: 10.1016/j.jns.2017.01.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 64] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2016] [Revised: 12/22/2016] [Accepted: 01/03/2017] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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BACKGROUND Fatigue is one of the most common and most disabling symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS). It is a multidimensional and complex symptom with multifaceted origins, involving both central and peripheral fatigue mechanisms. Exercise has proven to be safe for people with MS, with cumulating evidence supporting significant reductions in fatigue. However, the potential pathophysiological pathways that can explain the positive effects of exercise on fatigue in MS remain elusive. OBJECTIVES The objectives were, in PwMS (1) to update the knowledge on the pathophysiology underlying primary and secondary fatigue, and (2) to discuss potential pathophysiological pathways that can explain the positive effects of exercise on MS fatigue. METHODS A comprehensive literature search of six databases (PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, PEDro, CINAHL and SPORTDiscus) was performed. To be included, the study had to 1) enroll participants with definite MS according to defined criteria, 2) assess explicit pathophysiological mechanisms related to MS fatigue, 3) be available in English, Danish or French, and 4) had undergone peer-review. RESULTS A total of 234 studies fulfilled the inclusion criteria. Primary MS fatigue mainly originated from a dysfunction of central nervous system neuronal circuits secondary to increased inflammation, reduced glucose metabolism, brain atrophy and diffuse demyelination and axonal lesions. Secondary MS fatigue was linked with sleep disturbances, depression, cognitive impairments, and deconditioning. Cardiovascular, immunologic, neuroendocrine, and neurotrophic changes associated with exercise may alleviate primary MS fatigue while exercise may improve secondary MS fatigue through symptomatic improvement of deconditioning, sleep disorders, and depression. CONCLUSIONS >30 primary and secondary pathophysiological fatigue pathways were identified underlining the multidimensionality and complexity of MS fatigue. Though the underlying key cellular and molecular cascades still have to be fully elucidated, exercise holds the potential to alleviate MS fatigue, through both primary and secondary fatigue pathways.
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Rintala A, Hakala S, Paltamaa J, Heinonen A, Karvanen J, Sjögren T. Effectiveness of technology-based distance physical rehabilitation interventions on physical activity and walking in multiple sclerosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Disabil Rehabil 2016; 40:373-387. [DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2016.1260649] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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- Aki Rintala
- Faculty of Sport and Health Science, University of Jyvaskyla, Jyvaskyla, Finland
- Center for Contextual Psychiatry, KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Faculty of Sport and Health Science, University of Jyvaskyla, Jyvaskyla, Finland
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- School of Health and Social Studies, JAMK University of Applied Sciences, Jyvaskyla, Finland
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- Faculty of Sport and Health Science, University of Jyvaskyla, Jyvaskyla, Finland
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- Department of Mathematics and Statistics, University of Jyvaskyla, Jyvaskyla, Finland
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- Faculty of Sport and Health Science, University of Jyvaskyla, Jyvaskyla, Finland
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Agiovlasitis S, Motl RW. Cross-validation of oxygen uptake prediction during walking in ambulatory persons with multiple sclerosis. NeuroRehabilitation 2016; 38:191-7. [PMID: 26889734 DOI: 10.3233/nre-161310] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND An equation for predicting the gross oxygen uptake (gross-VO2) during walking for persons with multiple sclerosis (MS) has been developed. Predictors included walking speed and total score from the 12-Item Multiple Sclerosis Walking Scale (MSWS-12). OBJECTIVE This study examined the validity of this prediction equation in another sample of persons with MS. METHODS Participants were 18 persons with MS with limited mobility problems (42 ± 13 years; 14 women). Participants completed the MSWS-12. Gross-VO2 was measured with open-circuit spirometry during treadmill walking at 2.0, 3.0, and 4.0 mph (0.89, 1.34, and 1.79 m·s(-1)). REULTS Absolute percent error was small: 8.3 ± 6.1% , 8.0 ± 5.6% , and 12.2 ± 9.0% at 2.0, 3.0, and 4.0 mph, respectively. Actual gross-VO2 did not differ significantly from predicted gross-VO2 at 2.0 and 3.0 mph, but was significantly higher than predicted gross-VO2 at 4.0 mph (p < 0.001). Bland-Altman plots indicated nearly zero mean difference between actual and predicted gross-VO2 with modest 95% confidence intervals at 2.0 and 3.0 mph, but there was some underestimation at 4.0 mph. CONCLUSIONS Speed and MSWS-12 score provide valid prediction of gross-VO2 during treadmill walking at slow and moderate speeds in ambulatory persons with MS. However, there is a possibility of small underestimation for walking at 4.0 mph.
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- Department of Kinesiology & Community Health, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
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Dennett R, Coulter E, Paul L, Freeman J. Effectiveness and user experience of web-based interventions for increasing physical activity in people with multiple sclerosis. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2016; 14:50-62. [DOI: 10.11124/jbisrir-2016-003174] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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Thormann A, Magyari M, Koch-Henriksen N, Laursen B, Sørensen PS. Vascular comorbidities in multiple sclerosis: a nationwide study from Denmark. J Neurol 2016; 263:2484-2493. [DOI: 10.1007/s00415-016-8295-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2016] [Revised: 09/11/2016] [Accepted: 09/23/2016] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Dorans KS, Massa J, Chitnis T, Ascherio A, Munger KL. Physical activity and the incidence of multiple sclerosis. Neurology 2016; 87:1770-1776. [PMID: 27683852 DOI: 10.1212/wnl.0000000000003260] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2016] [Accepted: 07/06/2016] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE To study whether physical activity during adulthood or early life is associated with multiple sclerosis (MS) incidence in 2 prospective cohorts of women. METHODS Women in the Nurses' Health Study (NHS) (n = 81,723; 1986-2004) and NHS II (n = 111,804; 1989-2009) reported recent physical activity at baseline and in selected follow-up questionnaires. Using this information, we calculated total metabolic equivalent hours of physical activity per week, a measure of energy expenditure. There were 341 confirmed MS cases with first symptoms after baseline. Participants also reported early-life activity. To estimate relative rates (RRs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs), we used Cox proportional hazards models, adjusting for age, latitude of residence at age 15, ethnicity, smoking, supplemental vitamin D, and body mass index at age 18. RESULTS Compared with women in the lowest baseline physical activity quartile, women in the highest quartile had a 27% reduced rate of MS (RRpooled = 0.73, 95% CI 0.55-0.98; p-trend 0.08); this trend was not present in 6-year lagged analyses. Change in physical activity analyses suggested that women reduced activity before onset of MS symptoms. In NHS and NHS II, higher strenuous activity at ages 18-22 years was weakly associated with a decreased MS rate. However, in NHS II, total early-life activity at ages 12-22 was not associated with MS. CONCLUSIONS Though higher physical activity at baseline was weakly associated with lower MS risk, this may have been due to women reducing physical activity in response to subclinical MS.
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- Kirsten S Dorans
- From the Departments of Epidemiology (K.S.D., A.A.) and Nutrition (J.M., A.A., K.L.M.), Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health; Cardiovascular Epidemiology Research Unit, Department of Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (K.S.D.), Channing Division of Network Medicine, Department of Medicine (A.A.), and Partners Multiple Sclerosis Center, Department of Neurology (T.C.), Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- From the Departments of Epidemiology (K.S.D., A.A.) and Nutrition (J.M., A.A., K.L.M.), Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health; Cardiovascular Epidemiology Research Unit, Department of Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (K.S.D.), Channing Division of Network Medicine, Department of Medicine (A.A.), and Partners Multiple Sclerosis Center, Department of Neurology (T.C.), Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- From the Departments of Epidemiology (K.S.D., A.A.) and Nutrition (J.M., A.A., K.L.M.), Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health; Cardiovascular Epidemiology Research Unit, Department of Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (K.S.D.), Channing Division of Network Medicine, Department of Medicine (A.A.), and Partners Multiple Sclerosis Center, Department of Neurology (T.C.), Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- From the Departments of Epidemiology (K.S.D., A.A.) and Nutrition (J.M., A.A., K.L.M.), Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health; Cardiovascular Epidemiology Research Unit, Department of Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (K.S.D.), Channing Division of Network Medicine, Department of Medicine (A.A.), and Partners Multiple Sclerosis Center, Department of Neurology (T.C.), Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- From the Departments of Epidemiology (K.S.D., A.A.) and Nutrition (J.M., A.A., K.L.M.), Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health; Cardiovascular Epidemiology Research Unit, Department of Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (K.S.D.), Channing Division of Network Medicine, Department of Medicine (A.A.), and Partners Multiple Sclerosis Center, Department of Neurology (T.C.), Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA.
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Anderson C, Grant RL, Hurley MV. Exercise facilities for neurologically disabled populations - Perceptions from the fitness industry. Disabil Health J 2016; 10:157-162. [PMID: 27687636 DOI: 10.1016/j.dhjo.2016.09.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2016] [Revised: 09/04/2016] [Accepted: 09/07/2016] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND People with neurological disabilities (pwND) face many barriers to undertaking physical activity. One option for exercise alongside formal physiotherapy is local fitness facilities but accessibility is often found wanting and gyms are seen as unwelcoming to pwND. OBJECTIVE The objective of this exploratory study was to investigate the perceptions of fitness facility managers with respect to exercise for pwND in a gym environment. The aim was to identify potential barriers to provision by the fitness industry for pwND. METHODS The participants included those who were in a position to influence provision at a policy level and those working at management level within fitness providers. A mixed methods approach was used: a quantitative questionnaire and 4 qualitative interviews. Descriptive and correlational analysis, thematic content analysis and concurrent triangulation analysis was undertaken. RESULTS Specially trained staff is perceived to be necessary to make fitness facilities accessible for pwND. CONCLUSIONS Ensuring the provision of specially trained staff to support pwND to exercise in gyms may be the main barrier to provision for this population. Investigation into the standard training of fitness professionals combining the expertise of neurological physiotherapists with that of fitness professionals to meet the needs of pwND would be advantageous.
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- Cheryl Anderson
- Faculty of Health, Social Care and Education, St George's University of London and Kingston University, Cranmer Terrace, London, SW17 0RE, UK.
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- Faculty of Health, Social Care and Education, St George's University of London and Kingston University, Cranmer Terrace, London, SW17 0RE, UK.
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- Faculty of Health, Social Care and Education, St George's University of London and Kingston University, Cranmer Terrace, London, SW17 0RE, UK.
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Kudriaeva AA, Khaustova NA, Maltseva DV, Kuzina ES, Glagoleva IS, Surina EA, Knorre VD, Belogurov AA, Tonevitsky AG, Gabibov AG. mRNA expression profile of mouse oligodendrocytes in inflammatory conditions. DOKL BIOCHEM BIOPHYS 2016; 469:264-8. [PMID: 27599508 DOI: 10.1134/s1607672916040086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/04/2016] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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In this study, we performed transcriptome profiling of oligodendrocyte culture of mice treated with the remyelinating therapeutic agent benztropine in the presence and absence of interferon gamma (IFNγ). The results of this work are important for understanding the expression profile of oligodendrocytes under conditions of systemic inflammation in the central nervous system in multiple sclerosis as well as the mechanisms of cellular response to benztropine in light of its possible use for the treatment of multiple sclerosis.
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- A A Kudriaeva
- Shemyakin-Ovchinnikov Institute of Bioorganic Chemistry, Russian Academy of Sciences, ul. Miklukho-Maklaya 16/10, Moscow, 117997, Russia
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- BioKlinikum Scientific-Technical Center LLC, ul. Ugreshskaya 2, bdg. 85, Moscow, 115088, Russia
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- BioKlinikum Scientific-Technical Center LLC, ul. Ugreshskaya 2, bdg. 85, Moscow, 115088, Russia
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- Shemyakin-Ovchinnikov Institute of Bioorganic Chemistry, Russian Academy of Sciences, ul. Miklukho-Maklaya 16/10, Moscow, 117997, Russia
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- Institute of Fundamental Medicine and Biology, Kazan (Volga Region) Federal University, ul. Karla Marksa 74, Kazan, Tatarstan, 420055, Russia
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- Shemyakin-Ovchinnikov Institute of Bioorganic Chemistry, Russian Academy of Sciences, ul. Miklukho-Maklaya 16/10, Moscow, 117997, Russia
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- Shemyakin-Ovchinnikov Institute of Bioorganic Chemistry, Russian Academy of Sciences, ul. Miklukho-Maklaya 16/10, Moscow, 117997, Russia.
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- Shemyakin-Ovchinnikov Institute of Bioorganic Chemistry, Russian Academy of Sciences, ul. Miklukho-Maklaya 16/10, Moscow, 117997, Russia.,Institute of Fundamental Medicine and Biology, Kazan (Volga Region) Federal University, ul. Karla Marksa 74, Kazan, Tatarstan, 420055, Russia
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- BioKlinikum Scientific-Technical Center LLC, ul. Ugreshskaya 2, bdg. 85, Moscow, 115088, Russia
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- Shemyakin-Ovchinnikov Institute of Bioorganic Chemistry, Russian Academy of Sciences, ul. Miklukho-Maklaya 16/10, Moscow, 117997, Russia.,Institute of Fundamental Medicine and Biology, Kazan (Volga Region) Federal University, ul. Karla Marksa 74, Kazan, Tatarstan, 420055, Russia.,Faculty of Chemistry, Moscow State University, Moscow, 119991, Russia
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Rimmer JH, Lai B, Young HJ. Bending the Arc of Exercise and Recreation Technology Toward People With Disabilities. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2016; 97:S247-51. [DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2016.02.029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2015] [Revised: 02/09/2016] [Accepted: 02/15/2016] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Effects of a combined aerobic and resistance exercise program in people with multiple sclerosis: a pilot study. SPORT SCIENCES FOR HEALTH 2016. [DOI: 10.1007/s11332-016-0310-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Learmonth YC, Adamson BC, Balto JM, Chiu CY, Molina-Guzman I, Finlayson M, Riskin BJ, Motl RW. Multiple sclerosis patients need and want information on exercise promotion from healthcare providers: a qualitative study. Health Expect 2016; 20:574-583. [PMID: 27436592 PMCID: PMC5513010 DOI: 10.1111/hex.12482] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/17/2016] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Background There is growing recognition of the benefits and safety of exercise and its importance in the comprehensive care of persons with multiple sclerosis (MS), yet uptake is low. Objective We explored the needs and wants of patients with MS regarding exercise promotion through healthcare providers. Setting and participants Participants were adults with MS who had mild‐or‐moderate disability and a range of exercise levels. All participants lived in the Midwest of the United States. Methods Fifty semi‐structured interviews were conducted and analysed using thematic analysis. Two themes emerged, namely interactions between patients and healthcare providers and needs and wants of patients. Results Analysis of participant accounts illustrate that current exercise promotion by healthcare providers does not meet patient needs and wants. The identified needs and wants of persons with MS involved (i) information and knowledge on the benefits of exercise and exercise prescription, (ii) materials to allow home and community exercise and (iii) tools for initiating and maintaining exercise behaviour. Discussion and conclusion Patients with MS frequently interact with healthcare providers and are generally unsatisfied with exercise promotion during interactions. Healthcare providers can address the low uptake of exercise among persons with MS by acting upon the identified unmet needs involving materials, knowledge and behaviour change strategies for exercise.
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- Yvonne C Learmonth
- Department of Kinesiology and Community Health, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Department of Kinesiology and Community Health, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Department of Kinesiology and Community Health, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Department of Kinesiology and Community Health, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Department of Latina/Latino Studies, Department of Media & Cinema Studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
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- School of Rehabilitation Therapy, Queen's University, Kingston, ON, Canada
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- Department of Kinesiology and Community Health, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Department of Kinesiology and Community Health, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
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Hall-McMaster SM, Treharne GJ, Smith CM. ‘The positive feel’: Unpacking the role of positive thinking in people with multiple sclerosis’s thinking aloud about staying physically active. J Health Psychol 2016; 21:3026-3036. [DOI: 10.1177/1359105315592047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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People with multiple sclerosis experience barriers to physical activity. Thought processes are interwoven with garnering motivation to overcome these barriers. This study investigated in-depth the role of positive thinking in physical activity motivation of two women and two men with multiple sclerosis. Participants thought aloud while completing standardised measures of physical activity, stages of change and self-efficacy, and in response to planned and spontaneous questions. Four themes were formulated using inductive thematic analysis: thoughts about purpose, self-efficacy, the past and reinforcement through positive thinking. These findings have implications for physical activity theories and delivering appropriate physical activity interventions to the multiple sclerosis community.
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Mendoza-Vasconez AS, Linke S, Muñoz M, Pekmezi D, Ainsworth C, Cano M, Williams V, Marcus BH, Larsen BA. Promoting Physical Activity among Underserved Populations. Curr Sports Med Rep 2016; 15:290-7. [PMID: 27399827 PMCID: PMC5371027 DOI: 10.1249/jsr.0000000000000276] [Citation(s) in RCA: 53] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Underserved populations, including racial/ethnic minorities, individuals with low socioeconomic status, and individuals with physical disabilities, are less likely to engage in sufficient moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA) and are thus at increased risk of morbidity and mortality. These populations face unique challenges to engaging in MVPA. Learning how to overcome these challenges is a necessary first step in achieving health equity through health promotion research. In this review of the literature, we discuss issues and strategies that have been used to promote MVPA among individuals from underserved populations, focusing on recruitment, intervention delivery, and the use of technology in interventions. Physical activity promotion research among these vulnerable populations is scarce. Nevertheless, there is preliminary evidence of efficacy in the use of certain recruitment and intervention strategies including tailoring, cultural adaptation, incorporation of new technologies, and multilevel and community-based approaches for physical activity promotion among different underserved populations.
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- Andrea S Mendoza-Vasconez
- 1 Department of Family Medicine and Public Health, University of California, La Jolla, CA; 2 Department of Health Behavior, School of Public Health, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
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Chard S. Qualitative perspectives on aquatic exercise initiation and satisfaction among persons with multiple sclerosis. Disabil Rehabil 2016; 39:1307-1312. [PMID: 27346481 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2016.1194897] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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PURPOSE To identify the individual and social experiences underlying the initiation and satisfaction with aquatic exercise among persons with MS. METHODS A convenience sample (n = 45) of persons aged ≥18 with MS who had engaged in water-based exercise within the previous six months completed a 60-90 min semi-structured telephone interview regarding their aquatic exercise experiences. RESULTS An aquatic exercise history was not a prerequisite for the adoption of aquatic exercise. Rather, participants described aquatic exercise routines as stemming from recognition of a decline in physical function combined with encouragement and invitations to join aquatic programs. Despite regular visits, health care providers were not a common source of information regarding the feasibility of aquatic exercise. Participants' aquatic activities included MS-specific and generalized aquatics courses, with class satisfaction resting on the instructor, class "fit" and a feeling of acceptance. CONCLUSION Communication regarding local aquatic opportunities is critical for ensuring aquatics engagement among persons with MS. Providers could play a stronger role in emphasizing the feasibility and benefits of aquatic programs. In addition, persons with MS should be encouraged to try local MS and more generalized aquatic programs in order to identify a program matching their social and physical goals. Implications for Rehabilitation Directed communication regarding aquatic opportunities is essential to prompting the initiation of aquatic exercise Both MS-specific and general aquatics classes can provide positive exercise experiences for persons with MS A history of regular exercise or aquatic experiences is not a prerequisite for the initiation of aquatic exercise among persons with MS Health care provider visits may represent missed opportunities for promoting aquatics; providers should consider the suitability of aquatics for all patients with MS, regardless of the patient's exercise history.
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- Sarah Chard
- a Department of Sociology and Anthropology , UMBC , Baltimore , MD , USA
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Secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (SPMS) is diagnosed retrospectively and involves a clinical course characterized by a progressive accumulation of neurological disability, independent of relapses, following an initial relapsing-remitting (RR) phase. Our incomplete understanding of the pathological mechanisms underlying neurodegeneration in multiple sclerosis (MS) may explain why, to date, there is no definitive imaging or laboratory test that is able to inform us when the disease is clearly entering into a progressive phase and why the vast majority of clinical trials testing immunosuppressant and immunomodulating drugs in SPMS patients has so far yielded disappointing or mixed results. Here we discuss the definition(s) of SPMS and how it may vary, outcome measurements (current and emerging) and modern trial design.
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- Domenico Plantone
- Department of Neuroinflammation, Queen Square Multiple Sclerosis Centre, UCL Institute of Neurology, University College London, London, WC1N 3BG, UK.
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- Department of Neuroinflammation, Queen Square Multiple Sclerosis Centre, UCL Institute of Neurology, University College London, London, WC1N 3BG, UK
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- Department of Neuroinflammation, Queen Square Multiple Sclerosis Centre, UCL Institute of Neurology, University College London, London, WC1N 3BG, UK
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- Department of Neuroinflammation, Queen Square Multiple Sclerosis Centre, UCL Institute of Neurology, University College London, London, WC1N 3BG, UK
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Neven A, Vanderstraeten A, Janssens D, Wets G, Feys P. Understanding walking activity in multiple sclerosis: step count, walking intensity and uninterrupted walking activity duration related to degree of disability. Neurol Sci 2016; 37:1483-90. [PMID: 27207680 DOI: 10.1007/s10072-016-2609-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2015] [Accepted: 05/11/2016] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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In multiple sclerosis (MS), physical activity (PA) is most commonly measured as number of steps, while also walking intensity and walking activity duration are keys for a healthy lifestyle. The aim of this study was to investigate (1) the number of steps persons with MS (PwMS) take; (2) the number of steps they take at low and moderate intensity; and (3) their walking activity duration for 2, 3, 6, 10, 12 and 14 uninterrupted minutes; all related to the degree of disability. 64 PwMS participated, distinguished in a mild (n = 31) and moderate MS subgroup (n = 34) based on their ambulatory dysfunction (Disease Steps). Standardized clinical tests were performed, and step data from the StepWatch Activity Monitor were collected for seven consecutive days. The results showed that (1) step count in PwMS was lower than PA recommendations, and is negatively influenced by a higher disability degree. (2) No walking was registered during 77 % of the day. PwMS are making steps for 22 % at low and only 1 % at moderate intensity. (3) Both MS subgroups rarely walk for more than six uninterrupted minutes, especially not at moderate intensity. PwMS need to be encouraged to make steps at moderate intensity, and to make steps for longer periods of time (minimal ten uninterrupted minutes).
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- An Neven
- Transportation Research Institute (IMOB), Hasselt University, Wetenschapspark Building 5 Bus 6, 3590, Diepenbeek, Belgium.
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- Transportation Research Institute (IMOB), Hasselt University, Wetenschapspark Building 5 Bus 6, 3590, Diepenbeek, Belgium
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- Transportation Research Institute (IMOB), Hasselt University, Wetenschapspark Building 5 Bus 6, 3590, Diepenbeek, Belgium
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- Faculty of Medicine and Life Sciences, REVAL Rehabilitation Research Center, BIOMED Biomedical Research Institute, Hasselt University, Diepenbeek, Belgium
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Backus D. Increasing Physical Activity and Participation in People With Multiple Sclerosis: A Review. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2016; 97:S210-7. [PMID: 27211007 DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2015.09.027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2015] [Revised: 08/14/2015] [Accepted: 09/10/2015] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic progressive disease of the central nervous system (CNS) affecting >2.5 million people worldwide. Damage to neurons in the CNS causes various sensorimotor and cognitive symptoms, such as fatigue, pain, spasticity, memory deficits, and impairment of mobility. Until the late 1990s, it was believed that symptoms of MS would be worsened with physical exertion and people with MS were encouraged to limit physical activity and exertion. Not only has emerging evidence suggested that physical activity, including exercise, is safe for people with MS, there is also evidence that at least some of the disability that occurs after MS is due to secondary deconditioning from the sedentary lifestyle adopted because of the symptoms of MS, not just CNS damage alone. Therefore, not only is physical activity safe, it is also required for maintaining function and health in people with MS. The purpose of this article is to review the unique physical and social barriers to physical activity in people with MS, including those with moderate to severe disability who use a wheelchair or scooter for mobility. We will discuss how existing guidelines for physical activity may not meet the needs of people with MS and present evidence-based considerations for promoting physical activity in people with MS. Ultimately, the goal is to overcome the barriers to physical activity and improve health, participation, and quality of life in people with MS.
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- Deborah Backus
- Crawford Research Institute, Shepherd Center, Atlanta, GA.
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People with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) undertake insufficient physical activity based on current guidelines. Recent work points to the benefits of increasing the amount of time spent in all non-sedentary physical activity. The current study sought to explore the potential benefits to community participation, as well as examine factors predictive, of engagement in ‘habitual’ and/or low-intensity physical activity. Seventy-four people with MS were compared to 67 healthy controls using the Frenchay Activities Index (FAI). Findings revealed differences in habitual activity level (p < .001), and low-intensity physical activity (p < .001), with people with MS having a lower level of engagement than healthy people. After controlling for the impact of MS on mobility, years since symptom onset, physical fatigue and reduced positive affect were the most significant predictors of engagement in ‘at least weekly’ low-intensity physical activity. Higher frequency of low-intensity physical activity was significantly associated with greater home, social and occupational participation (all p < .05), and physical health status (p < .01), but not mental health status (p = .964) in people with MS. Results suggest that improving habitual activity level and engagement in low-intensity physical activity may be of benefit for people with MS.
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Nedeljkovic U, Dackovic J, Tepavcevic DK, Basuroski ID, Mesaros S, Pekmezovic T, Drulovic J. Multidisciplinary rehabilitation and steroids in the management of multiple sclerosis relapses: a randomized controlled trial. Arch Med Sci 2016; 12:380-9. [PMID: 27186184 PMCID: PMC4848347 DOI: 10.5114/aoms.2015.47289] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2014] [Accepted: 09/18/2014] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Periodic relapses are one of the main characteristics of multiple sclerosis (MS), from which recovery is often incomplete despite high-dose methylprednisolone (HDMP) treatment. The aim of our study was to evaluate the potential benefits of short-term HDMP combined with multidisciplinary rehabilitation (MDR) in persons with MS in relapse in order to assess whether combination of steroid therapy with MDR is more beneficial than steroid therapy alone. MATERIAL AND METHODS This investigation was conducted as a randomized controlled trial. The MS patients were eligible if they had an established diagnosis and relapse requiring application of HDMP. Forty-nine patients were included in the study and randomized to control and treatment groups, and 37 completed the study. High-dose methylprednisolone was administered to all patients. The treatment group additionally underwent an MDR program over a 3-week period. All outcome measures were completed at baseline and 1 and 3 months later. RESULTS The Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) and Functional Independence Measure (FIM) motor scores improved statistically significantly 1 month after HDMP, in both treatment and control groups. During the study period, in the treatment group, a sustained large effect size (ES) was found for both physical and mental composite scores of Multiple Sclerosis Quality of Life-54 (MSQoL-54), while in the controls, a sustained moderate ES was demonstrated only for physical composite score. CONCLUSIONS Our findings suggest that MDR improves MS relapse outcome.
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- Una Nedeljkovic
- Clinic of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Clinical Center of Serbia, Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Clinic of Neurology, Clinical Center of Serbia, Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Clinic of Neurology, Clinical Center of Serbia, Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Clinic of Neurology, Clinical Center of Serbia, Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Institute of Epidemiology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Clinic of Neurology, Clinical Center of Serbia, Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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Body Mass Index Underestimates Adiposity in Persons With Multiple Sclerosis. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2016; 97:405-12. [DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2015.09.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2015] [Revised: 09/16/2015] [Accepted: 09/21/2015] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Kang H, Lu J, Xu G. The effects of whole body vibration on muscle strength and functional mobility in persons with multiple sclerosis: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Mult Scler Relat Disord 2016; 7:1-7. [PMID: 27237747 DOI: 10.1016/j.msard.2016.02.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2015] [Revised: 01/07/2016] [Accepted: 02/07/2016] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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OBJECTIVES This review aimed to confirm the effects of the whole body vibration (WBV) on muscle performance and functional mobility in multiple sclerosis (MS) patients. METHODS A systematic literature search was performed in databases of Pubmed, Web of Science, EMBASE and the Cochrane Library from 1990 to 2015. The risk of bias in the selected studies was assessed using the Cochrane Collaboration's Tool. Summary statistics was calculated using the Review Manager 5.2 software. RESULTS Based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria, 7 trials including 201 subjects were included in this meta-analysis. The results showed that the WBV significantly improved the knee extensor strength (WMD=13.74, 95% CI 4.56 to 22.93, P=0.003). However, there were no significant differences between WBV and control groups on knee flexor strength (95% CI -26.22 to 41.83, P=0.65), Timed Up and Go test (TUG, WMD=0.31, 95% CI: -0.91 to 3.42, P=0.62) and walking speed (SMD=0.42, 95% CI: -0.78 to 1.62, P=0.49). CONCLUSIONS These results indicate that the WBV may improve the knee extension muscle strength. However, the WBV does not show a meaningful improvement of functional mobility in MS patients.
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- Haiyan Kang
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210029, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210029, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210029, China; Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The Jiangsu Shengze Hospital 215228, China.
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Reliability and Validity of Ratings of Perceived Exertion in Persons With Multiple Sclerosis. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2016; 97:974-82. [PMID: 26836954 DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2016.01.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2015] [Revised: 01/01/2016] [Accepted: 01/08/2016] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To test the reliability and validity of using the Borg rating of perceived exertion (RPE) scale (ratings 6-20) in persons with multiple sclerosis (PwMS). DESIGN Nonrandomized repeated measures. SETTING Research laboratory. PARTICIPANTS Volunteer sample (N=27) comprised of 16 PwMS (10 women) and 11 age-matched persons without multiple sclerosis (MS) (6 women). Clinical measures included symptomatic fatigue, depression, and MS functional capacity. INTERVENTIONS A submaximal cycling test was performed to estimate maximal capacity. Participants then pedaled for 2 minutes at 50% and 60% of predicted maximal oxygen consumption per unit time (V˙o2), and physiological measures and RPE were obtained (week 1: response protocol). One week later, participants replicated the prescribed V˙o2 using the RPE range from week 1 (week 2: reproduction protocol). V˙o2, heart rate, and respiratory quotient were measured continuously; RPE and workload were measured every minute; and blood lactate and mean arterial pressure were measured after exercise. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES RPE, workload, V˙o2, and heart rate from week 1 to week 2. RESULTS PwMS had greater fatigue (P<.01) and disability (P<.001). Baseline measures were similar between groups and weeks. During exercise, RPE, workload, V˙o2, and heart rate were similar between groups. Both groups had an intraclass correlation coefficient >.86 for RPE, workload, and V˙o2. The intraclass correlation coefficient was comparatively lower for heart rate for both groups (MS group: .72, non-MS group: .83). RPE was highly correlated with V˙o2 (r=.691, P<.001) and workload (r=.700, P<.001) for the MS group. CONCLUSIONS Results suggest that RPE can be reliably reproduced, is valid, and may be used in exercise prescription in mildly to moderately impaired PwMS during cycling exercise.
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Hundza S, Quartly C, Kim JM, Dunnett J, Dobrinsky J, Loots I, Choy K, Chow B, Hampshire A, Temple VA. Similar barriers and facilitators to physical activity across different clinical groups experiencing lower limb spasticity. Disabil Rehabil 2016; 38:1370-81. [PMID: 26726762 DOI: 10.3109/09638288.2015.1101789] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Purpose Given the importance of physical activity in maintaining health and wellness, an improved understanding of physical activity patterns across different clinical populations is required. This study examines the facilitators for, and barriers to, participation in physical activity across multiple contexts for three clinical groups with chronic lower limb spasticity (individuals with stroke, multiple sclerosis and incomplete spinal cord injury). Method This cross-sectional study employed quantitative measures for spasticity, ankle range of motion, pain, falls, cognition, mobility, and physical activity as well as qualitative semi-structured interviews. Results There were similar impairments in body functions and structures and limitations in activities across the clinical groups. These impairments and limitations negatively impacted participation in physical activity, which was low. Environmental and personal factors exacerbated or mitigated the limiting effects of body functions and structures and activities on physical activity in many areas of life. Conclusions In this population, participation in physical activity includes activities such as housework which are different than what is typically considered as physical activity. Further, the presence of similar barriers and facilitators across the groups suggests that support and services to promote valued forms of physical activity could be organised and delivered based on limitations in mobility and functioning rather than clinical diagnosis. Implications for rehabilitation Physical activity is of utmost importance in maintaining health and wellness in clinical populations. This research highlights the desired and actual physical activity for these populations can look different than what may traditionally be considered as physical activity (e.g. housework is not typically considered participation physical activity). Therefore, rehabilitation interventions need to be directly designed to enhance clients' ability to perform these activities and these activities should be an integral focus of ongoing physical activity programs. Individuals who have lower limb spasticity shared similar impairments in body structures and functions and limitations in activities across the clinical groups and these impairments and limitations negatively impacted participation in physical in a similar way in all groups. Further, the environmental and personal factors exacerbated or mitigated the limiting effects of body functions and structures and activities on physical activity in many areas of life in a similar way in all groups. The presence of similar barriers and facilitators across the clinical groups suggests that rehabilitation assessment and treatment as well as support and services to promote valued forms of physical activity could be organised and delivered based on limitations in mobility and functioning rather than clinical diagnosis. This work affirms that a mixed methods research approach is critical for completely understanding the complexities of the barriers and facilitators engaging in physical activity across clinical groups, including multiple sclerosis, stroke, and incomplete spinal cord injury who have chronic lower limb spasticity.
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- Sandra Hundza
- a School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education , University of Victoria , Victoria , British Columbia , Canada
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- b Queen Alexandra Spasticity Clinic , Vancouver Island Health Authority , Victoria , British Columbia , Canada
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- a School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education , University of Victoria , Victoria , British Columbia , Canada
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- b Queen Alexandra Spasticity Clinic , Vancouver Island Health Authority , Victoria , British Columbia , Canada
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- a School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education , University of Victoria , Victoria , British Columbia , Canada
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- a School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education , University of Victoria , Victoria , British Columbia , Canada
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- a School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education , University of Victoria , Victoria , British Columbia , Canada
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- a School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education , University of Victoria , Victoria , British Columbia , Canada
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- b Queen Alexandra Spasticity Clinic , Vancouver Island Health Authority , Victoria , British Columbia , Canada
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- a School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education , University of Victoria , Victoria , British Columbia , Canada
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Streber R, Peters S, Pfeifer K. Systematic Review of Correlates and Determinants of Physical Activity in Persons With Multiple Sclerosis. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2016; 97:633-645.e29. [PMID: 26751247 DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2015.11.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 59] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2015] [Revised: 10/16/2015] [Accepted: 11/20/2015] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To review the current evidence regarding correlates and determinants of physical activity (PA) in persons with multiple sclerosis (pwMS). DATA SOURCES PubMed and Scopus (1980 to January 2015) and reference lists of eligible studies. STUDY SELECTION Eligible studies include adults with multiple sclerosis; have a cross-sectional or prospective observational design; or examine the effect of a theory-based intervention trial on PA, including a mediation analysis. Eligible studies also apply a quantitative assessment of PA and correlates or proposed mediators and are published in English or German language. DATA EXTRACTION Two reviewers independently evaluated the risk of bias, extracted data, and categorized variables according to the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health. DATA SYNTHESIS Consistency and the direction of associations were evaluated with a semiquantitative approach. Fifty-six publications with data from observational studies and 2 interventional studies provided evidence for 86 different variables. Consistent correlates of PA were the disability level, walking limitations in particular, PA-related self-efficacy, self-regulation constructs, employment status, and educational level. One interventional study provided evidence for a causal relation between self-regulation and PA. However, 59 of the 86 investigated variables in observational studies are based on 1 or 2 study findings, and most results stem from cross-sectional designs. CONCLUSIONS Beside the importance of the general disability level and walking limitations, the results highlight the importance of personal factors (eg, PA-related self-efficacy, self-regulatory constructs, sociodemographic factors). Limitations and implications of the current review are discussed. Research that is more rigorous is needed to better understand what affects PA in pwMS.
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- René Streber
- Institute of Sport Science and Sport, Division Exercise and Health, Department Psychology and Sport Science, Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nürnberg, Erlangen, Germany
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- Institute of Sport Science and Sport, Division Exercise and Health, Department Psychology and Sport Science, Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nürnberg, Erlangen, Germany; Department of Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, Medical Sociology and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Würzburg, Würzburg, Germany
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- Institute of Sport Science and Sport, Division Exercise and Health, Department Psychology and Sport Science, Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nürnberg, Erlangen, Germany.
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Social Cognitive Correlates of Physical Activity in Black Individuals With Multiple Sclerosis. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2015; 97:590-595. [PMID: 26740064 DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2015.12.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2015] [Revised: 12/01/2015] [Accepted: 12/06/2015] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To examine variables from social cognitive theory as correlates of physical activity in black and white individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS). DESIGN Cross-sectional. SETTING National survey. PARTICIPANTS Black (n=151) and white (n=185) individuals with MS were recruited through the North American Research Committee on Multiple Sclerosis Registry. INTERVENTION Not applicable. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES The battery of questionnaires included information on demographic and clinical characteristics, physical activity, exercise self-efficacy, function, social support, exercise outcome expectations, and exercise goal setting and planning. RESULTS Black individuals with MS reported significantly lower levels of physical activity compared with white individuals with MS. Physical activity levels were significantly correlated with self-efficacy, outcome expectations, functional limitations as impediments, and goal setting in black participants with MS. The pattern and magnitude of correlations were comparable with those observed in white participants based on Fisher z tests. CONCLUSIONS Researchers should consider applying behavioral interventions that target social cognitive theory variables for increasing physical activity levels among black individuals with MS.
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Agiovlasitis S, Sandroff BM, Motl RW. Step-rate cut-points for physical activity intensity in patients with multiple sclerosis: The effect of disability status. J Neurol Sci 2015; 361:95-100. [PMID: 26810524 DOI: 10.1016/j.jns.2015.12.027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2015] [Revised: 12/13/2015] [Accepted: 12/17/2015] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND Evaluating the relationship between step-rate and rate of oxygen uptake (VO2) may allow for practical physical activity assessment in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) of differing disability levels. AIMS To examine whether the VO2 to step-rate relationship during over-ground walking differs across varying disability levels among patients with MS and to develop step-rate thresholds for moderate- and vigorous-intensity physical activity. MATERIALS AND METHODS Adults with MS (N=58; age: 51 ± 9 years; 48 women) completed one over-ground walking trial at comfortable speed, one at 0.22 m · s(-1) slower, and one at 0.22 m · s(-1) faster. Each trial lasted 6 min. VO2 was measured with portable spirometry and steps with hand-tally. Disability status was classified as mild, moderate, or severe based on Expanded Disability Status Scale scores. RESULTS Multi-level regression indicated that step-rate, disability status, and height significantly predicted VO2 (p<0.05). Based on this model, we developed step-rate thresholds for activity intensity that vary by disability status and height. A separate regression without height allowed for development of step-rate thresholds that vary only by disability status. CONCLUSION The VO2 during over-ground walking differs among ambulatory patients with MS based on disability level and height, yielding different step-rate thresholds for physical activity intensity.
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- Stamatis Agiovlasitis
- Department of Kinesiology, Mississippi State University, 240 McCarthy Gym, P.O. Box 6186, Mississippi State, MS 39762, US.
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- Kessler Foundation, 300 Executive Drive, Suite 70, West Orange, NJ 07052, US
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- Department of Kinesiology & Community Health, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 233 Freer Hall, 906 S Goodwin Ave., Urbana, IL 61801, US
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Casey B, Hayes S, Browne C, Coote S. What do people with MS want from a web-based resource to encourage increased physical activity behaviour? Disabil Rehabil 2015; 38:1557-66. [PMID: 26683487 DOI: 10.3109/09638288.2015.1106601] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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PURPOSE To investigate what people with multiple sclerosis (PwMS) want from a web-based resource that encourages physical activity (PA). METHODS Three focus groups (n = 22) and 11 semi-structured interviews were conducted. The semi-structured interviews were conducted using Skype (audio only) or telephone. Interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed verbatim and the thematic analysis approach described by Braun and Clarke was performed. RESULTS The themes from the data were: (1) Content - important information to include, (2) Presentation - varying format, different abilities, (3) Interactivity - build a sense of community and (4) Reach the Audience - let people know. Participants believed the web resource to be a good idea and suggested that the content of resource should include a focus on the knowledge of the benefits of being physically active. Illustrating the types of exercise in which PwMS could participate in was also discussed. Ensuring information was stratified by mobility level and that the resource was interactive, portraying a 'Sense of Community' and use of success stories, was also suggested by participants. CONCLUSIONS The data suggest that PwMS want a variety of information from a variety of sources and that this information is to be both stratified and interactive. These results will be used to inform the development of the 'Activity Matters' website which will aim to enable PwMS to become more physically active. Implications for Rehabilitation People with multiple sclerosis (PwMS) want information on the benefits of being physically active in order to change physical inactivity behaviours. Offering PwMS a range of exercise options that can be stratified by mobility and physical activity levels may further enable them to become more physically active. Peer support and creating a sense of community are important components when aiming to motivate PwMS to become more physically active.
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- Bláthín Casey
- a Department of Clinical Therapies , University of Limerick , Limerick , Ireland
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- a Department of Clinical Therapies , University of Limerick , Limerick , Ireland
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- a Department of Clinical Therapies , University of Limerick , Limerick , Ireland
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- a Department of Clinical Therapies , University of Limerick , Limerick , Ireland
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Feasibility and Safety of Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing in Multiple Sclerosis: A Systematic Review. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2015; 96:2055-66. [DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2015.04.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/11/2015] [Revised: 04/01/2015] [Accepted: 04/16/2015] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Fjeldstad C, Fjeldstad AS, Pardo G. Use of Accelerometers to Measure Real-Life Physical Activity in Ambulatory Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis: A Pilot Study. Int J MS Care 2015; 17:215-20. [PMID: 26472942 DOI: 10.7224/1537-2073.2014-037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND Multiple sclerosis (MS) may negatively affect individuals' participation in physical activity (PA). We used accelerometers to determine PA level in individuals with MS with varying degrees of disability as measured by the Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) during regular daily activities. METHODS Participants wore an accelerometer from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. for 7 consecutive days. Activity counts recorded during this period were analyzed in 1-minute epochs and categorized into one of four PA levels: light, moderate, hard, and very hard. RESULTS The study cohort comprised 13 patients with MS and 12 controls. There were significant negative correlations for minutes spent in PA and EDSS measures on weekdays (r = -0.61), weekend (r = -0.64), and full week (r = -0.61) and number of steps taken on weekdays (r = -0.56), weekend (r = -0.80), and full-week average (r = -0.68). Significant positive correlations were found for minutes spent in light PA and EDSS score (r = 0.69). Significant negative correlations were found for minutes spent in moderate and hard PA and EDSS score. No significant difference was seen between the MS group and controls on any parameters (P > .05). CONCLUSIONS This study showed that accelerometers can be used to objectively quantify PA levels in individuals with MS with different disability levels. This cohort demonstrated that the amount of PA is inversely proportional to the degree of physical disability. Collected data revealed not only the amount but also the intensity of PA performed in real-life circumstances.
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- Cecilie Fjeldstad
- Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation, Multiple Sclerosis Center of Excellence, Oklahoma City, OK, USA (CF, GP); and Department of Neurology, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA (ASF)
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- Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation, Multiple Sclerosis Center of Excellence, Oklahoma City, OK, USA (CF, GP); and Department of Neurology, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA (ASF)
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- Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation, Multiple Sclerosis Center of Excellence, Oklahoma City, OK, USA (CF, GP); and Department of Neurology, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA (ASF)
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Affiliation(s)
- Alexander Rae-Grant
- From the Department of Neurology (A.R.-G.), Cleveland Clinic, OH; the American Academy of Neurology (A.B.), Minneapolis, MN; the Department of Neurology (A.E.S.), SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY; the Department of Neurology (M.P., C.B.), University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore; University of California Los Angeles (E.C.); and the MS Center of Excellence and the Research and Neurology Services (C.B.), VA Maryland Health Care System, Baltimore
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- From the Department of Neurology (A.R.-G.), Cleveland Clinic, OH; the American Academy of Neurology (A.B.), Minneapolis, MN; the Department of Neurology (A.E.S.), SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY; the Department of Neurology (M.P., C.B.), University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore; University of California Los Angeles (E.C.); and the MS Center of Excellence and the Research and Neurology Services (C.B.), VA Maryland Health Care System, Baltimore
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- From the Department of Neurology (A.R.-G.), Cleveland Clinic, OH; the American Academy of Neurology (A.B.), Minneapolis, MN; the Department of Neurology (A.E.S.), SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY; the Department of Neurology (M.P., C.B.), University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore; University of California Los Angeles (E.C.); and the MS Center of Excellence and the Research and Neurology Services (C.B.), VA Maryland Health Care System, Baltimore
| | - Michael Phipps
- From the Department of Neurology (A.R.-G.), Cleveland Clinic, OH; the American Academy of Neurology (A.B.), Minneapolis, MN; the Department of Neurology (A.E.S.), SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY; the Department of Neurology (M.P., C.B.), University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore; University of California Los Angeles (E.C.); and the MS Center of Excellence and the Research and Neurology Services (C.B.), VA Maryland Health Care System, Baltimore
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- From the Department of Neurology (A.R.-G.), Cleveland Clinic, OH; the American Academy of Neurology (A.B.), Minneapolis, MN; the Department of Neurology (A.E.S.), SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY; the Department of Neurology (M.P., C.B.), University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore; University of California Los Angeles (E.C.); and the MS Center of Excellence and the Research and Neurology Services (C.B.), VA Maryland Health Care System, Baltimore
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- From the Department of Neurology (A.R.-G.), Cleveland Clinic, OH; the American Academy of Neurology (A.B.), Minneapolis, MN; the Department of Neurology (A.E.S.), SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY; the Department of Neurology (M.P., C.B.), University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore; University of California Los Angeles (E.C.); and the MS Center of Excellence and the Research and Neurology Services (C.B.), VA Maryland Health Care System, Baltimore
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