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Adapted Resistance Training Improves Strength in Eight Weeks in Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis
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Adapted Resistance Training Improves Strength in Eight Weeks in Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis
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08:48 min

January 29, 2016

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Chapters

  • 00:05Title
  • 01:01Pre-assessment: Break Test
  • 03:38Exercises
  • 06:48Results: Resistance Training Improves Strength for Patients with Multiple Sclerosis
  • 07:29Conclusion

Summary

Automatic Translation

Hip weakness is a common symptom affecting walking ability in people with multiple sclerosis. Isolated muscle strengthening is a useful method to target specific weaknesses. This protocol describes a progressive resistance-training program using exercise bands to increase hip muscle strength.

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