Multiple sclerosis - an overview of the most commonly used methods of physiotherapy

<p>Multiple sclerosis (Latin sclerosis multiplex, MS) is a chronic demyelinating disease that requires comprehensive and continuous physiotherapy. Its most common symptoms are spasticity, balance disorders, ataxia, tremors, limited range of joint movements, decreased muscle strength, neurogeni...

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Main Authors: Katarzyna Korabiusz, Monika Stecko, Agata Wawryków
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Kazimierz Wielki University 2020-08-01
Series:Journal of Education, Health and Sport
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Online Access:https://apcz.umk.pl/czasopisma/index.php/JEHS/article/view/31151
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Summary:<p>Multiple sclerosis (Latin sclerosis multiplex, MS) is a chronic demyelinating disease that requires comprehensive and continuous physiotherapy. Its most common symptoms are spasticity, balance disorders, ataxia, tremors, limited range of joint movements, decreased muscle strength, neurogenic bladder dysfunction, dysphagia, and speech disorders. The aim of this study is to describe the most commonly used methods of physiotherapy that are used in multiple sclerosis, based on the available literature.</p>
ISSN:2391-8306