The role of exercise in modifying outcomes for people with multiple sclerosis: a randomized trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Despite the commonly known benefits of exercise and physical activity evidence shows that persons Multiple Sclerosis (MS) are relatively inactive yet physical activity may be even more important in a population facing functional deterioration. No exercise is effective if it is not done and people with MS face unique barriers to exercise engagement which need to be overcome. We have developed and pilot tested a Multiple Sclerosis Tailored Exercise Program (MSTEP) and it is ready to be tested against general guidelines for superiority and ultimately for its impact on MS relevant outcomes. The primary research question is to what extent does an MS Tailored Exercise Program (MSTEP) result in greater improvements in exercise capacity and related outcomes over a one year perio

SUBMITTER: Mayo NE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3706216 | biostudies-literature | 2013 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature