Evaluation of MoveSmart MS - an online structured exercise, Social Cognitive Theory-based behavioural coaching and peer support programme - on anxiety in multiple sclerosis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Anxiety is a common experience among people with multiple sclerosis (PwMS). While it is known that engaging in exercise has a number of benefits, the role played by exercise in reducing anxiety has received less attention in this context. Understanding the effect of exercise on anxiety, the predictors of this change. and participant experiences will help to further develop programmes which can support PwMS.

Aim

This study used a pre/post evaluation design (1) to assess the efficacy of a structured physiotherapist-led online exercise programme (MoveSmart) on anxiety in PwMS living in Ireland, (2) to identify the role of sociodemographic, health and psychological factors in predicting baseline anxiety, (3) to investigate how changes in these factors predict changes

SUBMITTER: Fahy A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12599958 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature