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The Relationship of Light Touch, Vibration, Muscle Strength, and Endurance With Balance, Gait, and Falling in Individuals With Multiple Sclerosis.
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Abstract
Multiple sclerosis is a progressive neurological disorder characterised by sensory and motor impairments. This study was conducted to investigate the relationship between lower extremity sensation, muscle strength and endurance, balance, gait, and risk of falling in patients with MS. Light touch sensation (LTS) was evaluated using the Semmes-Weinstein monofilament test (threshold: ≥2/3 correct responses). Vibration sensation was tested using a 128 Hz vibration fork. Muscle strength was measured in Newtons using a hand-held dynamometer, and core muscle endurance was assessed using a pressure biofeedback device. Static balance was assessed using the single leg stand test (SLST), dynamic balance using the Y balance test (YBT), gait by the footprint method, and fall risk using the Falls Efficacy Scale-International (FES-I). Back extensor muscle strength showed a significant correlation with non-dominant YBT performance (
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