Effects of Gluteus Maximus Muscle Strength on Ataxia, Gait, and Equilibrium in Multiple Sclerosis
Journal Title: European Journal of Therapeutics - Year 2023, Vol 29, Issue 1
Abstract
Introduction: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease that causes scar tissue in the nervous system and seriously affects the quality of life of people. Muscle weakness, spasticity and coordination problems are seen primarily in the lower extremities. Strengthening exercises improve muscle strength in people with multiple sclerosis, but there is no consensus on their effect on walking capacity. Methods: To determine the relationship between gluteus maximus muscle strength, ataxia, balance and walking capacity in Multiple Sclerosis. An experimental study design was applied. Gluteus maximus muscle strength was measured using a dynamometer. Walking capacity was determined by the 6-minute walk test (6MWT) and dynamic gait index (DGI). Balance was evaluated with the one-leg standing test (SLS). The severity of ataxia was measured with the International Ataxia Rating Scale (ICARS). Fatigue was evaluated with VAS and quality of life of all patients with SF36 short form. Results: EDSS mean of the study = 3.39 ± 1.4; 2 men and 16 women with mean age = 37.17 ± 9.16 years were included. 6MWT, DGI, ALS, ICARS, VAS were different before and after treatment (p<0.05). There was no significant difference other than physical function and general health among the sub-parameters of SF36 (p>0.05). Correlation of muscle strength with ataxia, gait and balance was not significant (p>0.05) Conclusion: In individuals with MS, the fact that the treatment program consists of modalities that include balance and sensory exercises as well as muscle strengthening exercises increases the success of rehabilitation.
Authors and Affiliations
Fatma Erdeo,Ali Ulvi Uca,Osman Serhat Tokgöz,Yeliz Salcı,Ayla Fil Balkan,
Keywords
Related Articles
- EP ID EP720471
- DOI 10.58600/eurjther-199
- Views 84
- Downloads 0
Systemic Immune Inflammation-Index and CANLPH Score in Patients with Mitral Stenosis Undergoing Balloon Valvuloplasty
Objective: to evaluate CANLPH score and systemic immune inflammation index (SII) in patients with symptomatic rheumatic mitral stenosis (MS) undergoing percutaneous mitral balloon valvuloplasty (PMBV). Methods: 62 pati...
Prevalence of Tooth Number Anomalies and Their Distribution by Genders
Objective: This study aims to examine the dental anomalies (tooth number, size, and structural anomalies) in a group of pediatric dental population and the difference between the genders in terms of the prevalence of th...
Temporal Inverted Internal Limiting Membrane Flap Technique for the Treatment of Macular Holes
Objective: To determine the anatomic and functional outcomes of macular hole surgery with the temporal inverted flap technique. Methods: In this retrospective study, 9 eyes of 9 patients, who were treated with pars p...
Effective Therapeutic Intervention for Left Atrial Appendage Thrombus: Percutaneous Left Atrial Appendage Closure
Objective: The thrombus formation in the left atrial appendage (LAA) can be challenging for operators and increases periprocedural complication risk. However, recent consensus documents discuss that left atrial appendag...
Experience of Lung Surgery in the COVID-19 Pandemic
Objective: During the pandemic, elective cases other than those requiring emergency thoracic surgery were postponed. Depending on the magnitude of the impact the pandemic posed on hospitals and clinics, there have been c...