The Armeo Spring as training tool to improve upper limb functionality in multiple sclerosis: a pilot study |
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| Authors: | Domien Gijbels Ilse Lamers Lore Kerkhofs Geert Alders Els Knippenberg Peter Feys |
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| Affiliation: | (1) REVAL Rehabilitation Research Center, Hasselt University, Agoralaan Building A, BE-3590 Diepenbeek, Belgium;(2) BIOMED Biomedical Research Institute, Hasselt University, Agoralaan Building A, BE-3590 Diepenbeek, Belgium;(3) RMSC Rehabilitation & MS Center, Boemerangstraat 2, Overpelt, BE-3900, Belgium |
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| Abstract: | Background Few research in multiple sclerosis (MS) has focused on physical rehabilitation of upper limb dysfunction, though the latter strongly influences independent performance of activities of daily living. Upper limb rehabilitation technology could hold promise for complementing traditional MS therapy. Consequently, this pilot study aimed to examine the feasibility of an 8-week mechanical-assisted training program for improving upper limb muscle strength and functional capacity in MS patients with evident paresis. |
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