Functional electrical stimulation as a component of activity-based restorative therapy may preserve function in persons with multiple sclerosis

This study investigates whether using functional electrical stimulation (FES) cycling as part of activity-based restorative therapy (ABRT) can help people with multiple sclerosis (MS) maintain their physical abilities. The study found that many patients' neurological function remained stable and some even showed improvements in motor and sensory functions when FES was used as part of their rehabilitation program. These findings suggest that FES, when combined with ABRT, could be a useful approach to help manage MS and potentially slow down the progression of disability associated with the condition.

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  The study showed that neurological function remained stable in many patients with MS who underwent ABRT, which included FES cycling.
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  Participants who used FES interventions showed better responses in motor and sensory function compared to those who did not receive FES.
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  There was no observed progression of disability as measured by the EDSS (Expanded Disability Status Scale) after a mean follow-up of 15 months.