Effects of the powerball® system on muscle strength, coordination, fatigue, functionality and quality of life in people with multiple sclerosis. A randomized clinical trial.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Although clinical and functional impairments in the lower limbs have been extensively studied in patients with MS, the upper limb (UL) are also frequently affected. Clinical impairment of the UL in patients with MS is very common with muscle strength and hand dexterity as critical factors in maintaining functional activities that are the basis for independence and quality of life in people with MS.

Objective

To investigate the effects of a training protocol using the Powerball® system in combination with conventional physiotherapy on muscle strength, coordination, fatigue, functionality, and quality of life in persons with MS over an 8-week period.

Materials and methods

A double-blind randomized controlled trial was conducted. The control group received c

SUBMITTER: Blazquez-Fernandez A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10908022 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature