Targeted ballet program mitigates ataxia and improves balance in females with mild-to-moderate multiple sclerosis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease of the central nervous system that causes ataxia and deficits in balance. Exercise-based therapies have been identified as integral to the recovery of motor function in MS, but few studies have investigated non-traditional movement interventions. We examined a targeted ballet program (TBP) designed to mitigate ataxia and improve balance in females with mild-to-moderate relapsing-remitting MS.

Methods and findings

Twelve females with mild-to-moderate disability due to MS were assessed for study eligibility for the study. Ten participants met the inclusion criteria. Two were lost to unrelated health complications. Eight participants completed the TBP. The TBP met twice a week for 60 minutes for 16 weeks. Assessments included (a)

SUBMITTER: Scheidler AM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6193654 | biostudies-literature | 2018

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature