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Web-based physiotherapy in moderate to severe MS

Project Description: Persons with MS may find it challenging to participate in regular physical activity or exercise, which is activity done to improve health and/or fitness. This is due to a number of reasons: exercise programs tailored to individuals with significant mobility impairments may be difficult... Read the full article

Determining the Impact of a Pilates Program in Multiple Sclerosis

Project Description: Pilates - a type of exercise that focuses on body positions and movement – is becoming popular among people living with MS as an alternative to the more traditional exercise programs. Although somewhat limited, previous research has suggested Pilates may have some beneficial effects... Read the full article

Development and Usability Testing of the ATOMIC (Active Teens MultIple sClerosis) Mobile App to Increase Physical Activity Levels in Youth with Multiple Sclerosis

Project Description: Previous studies have demonstrated a relationship between higher self-reported physical activity and lower MS disease burden, as well as lower levels of fatigue and depression, in children and adolescents living with MS. Unfortunately, youth with MS overall tend to be highly inactive... Read the full article

A multi-site randomized controlled trial of MS INFoRM: An interactive fatigue management resource for persons with MS

Summary: Fatigue impacts nearly two-thirds of people that have been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS). There are limited resources available to help people manage fatigue in MS. The research team will: Perform a randomized control trial to determine if a self-directed resource, which allows people... Read the full article

Effects of FES cycling combining leg and trunk muscle stimulations in persons with multiple sclerosis: a pilot study

Summary: Exercising slows progression, reduces pain and maintains good physical and mental health in multiple sclerosis (MS). Functional electrical stimulation(FES) is one approach where a mild electrical stimulation is applied to the muscle groups to promote movement. While some studies have identified... Read the full article

Clinical trial to assess the use of cannabis derivatives in the treatment of multiple sclerosis symptoms

Project Summary: Few options are available to treat MS symptoms such as leg weakness with spasticity, pain, fatigue, sleep disruption, mood and cognitive impairment, thereby affecting the quality of life of those living with MS. There is a need to better understand and assess the use of cannabis derivatives... Read the full article