Status:

COMPLETED

Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation in Multiple Sclerosis

Lead Sponsor:

Biruni University

Conditions:

Multiple Sclerosis

Eligibility:

All Genders

25-55 years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune central nervous system disease characterized by inflammation, demyelination, and axonal degeneration. Clinical symptoms of the disease include fatigue, speech,...

Detailed Description

Among the physiotherapy and rehabilitation approaches applied for the problems affecting the quality of life in Multiple Sclerosis; Exercises for muscle strength loss, balance coordination exercises, ...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Between the ages of 25-55,
  • MS was diagnosed by a neurologist,
  • Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) - Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) score between 1-5,
  • Have not had an attack in the last 3 months,
  • Have not participated in any respiratory-based physiotherapy and rehabilitation program in the last 6 months,
  • Not having orthopedic problems, persistent neck pain and/or radiculopathy that would prevent them from participating in the study,
  • Individuals willing to participate in the study will be included.

Exclusion

  • Having chest wall deformity,
  • Having chronic cardiac or pulmonary disease such as COPD, asthma, interstitial lung disease and heart failure that may affect respiratory muscle strength and respiratory functions,
  • Having pneumonia due to viral or bacterial infection in the last 6 months,
  • Having COVID-19,
  • Having a diagnosed psychiatric disorder,
  • Using tobacco and tobacco products,
  • Individuals with cooperation problems that may hinder assessments and treatment will not be included.

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

May 1 2022

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ACTUAL

End Date :

April 1 2023

Estimated Enrollment :

34 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT05342025

Start Date

May 1 2022

End Date

April 1 2023

Last Update

May 12 2023

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Biruni University

Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)