RT Journal Article
T1 Reflex Locomotion Therapy for Balance, Gait, and Fatigue Rehabilitation in Subjects with Multiple Sclerosis
A1 Carratalá Tejada, María
A1 Cuesta Gómez, Alicia
A1 Ortiz Gutiérrez, Rosa
A1 Molina Rueda, Francisco
A1 Luna Oliva, Laura
A1 Miangolarra Page, Juan Carlos
AB This study evaluates the effects of a rehabilitation program based on reflex locomotion therapy (RLT) on balance, gait, and fatigue in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS). Twenty-three patients diagnosed with MS participated in this study. Reversal design was carried out. The assessment tools included the Berg Balance Scale (BBS), the Performance Oriented Mobility Assessment (POMA), the Fatigue Severity Scale (FSS) and the instrumental analysis of the gait recorded by Vicon Motion System®. We analyzed spatio-temporal parameters and kinematic variables of the hip, knee, and ankle joints. Additionally, the Client Satisfaction Questionnaire (CSQ-8) was administrated. We did find a significant improvement in balance and gait tools after the RLT period. Regarding instrumental analysis, the statistical analysis of spatio-temporal parameters showed a significant improvement in stride length, double support, and velocity after the RLT period. Concerning kinematic parameters, the analysis showed improvements in hip and knee range of motion (ROM) after RLT period. RLT could improve gait and balance in patients with MS. The patients reported a high level of satisfaction with the therapy received.
PB MDPI
SN 2077-0383
YR 2022
FD 2022-01-23
LK https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14352/118539
UL https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14352/118539
LA eng
NO Carratalá-Tejada M, Cuesta-Gómez A, Ortiz-Gutiérrez R, Molina-Rueda F, Luna-Oliva L, Miangolarra-Page JC. Reflex Locomotion Therapy for Balance, Gait, and Fatigue Rehabilitation in Subjects with Multiple Sclerosis. Journal of Clinical Medicine. 2022;11(3).
DS Docta Complutense
RD 13 abr 2025