Measurement properties of the Trunk Impairment Scale-modified Norwegian version among people with mild to moderate multiple sclerosis.

Purpose: The Trunk Impairment Scale-modified Norwegian version (TIS-modNV) measures trunk control for clinical and research purposes. This study examined the validity and reliability of the TIS-modNV in people with multiple sclerosis (pwMS).

Materials And Methods: Sixty-eight pwMS (mild to moderate) participated.

Barriers for work in people with multiple sclerosis: a Norwegian cultural adaptation and validation of the short version of the multiple sclerosis work difficulties questionnaire.

Background And Purpose: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is associated with high rates of unemployment, and barriers for work are essential to identify in the regular follow-up of these people. The current study aimed to culturally adapt and evaluate the psychometric properties of the Norwegian version of the Multiple Sclerosis Work Difficulties Questionnaire-23 (MSWDQ-23).

Methods: Following backward and forward translation, the Norwegian version of the MSWDQ-23 (MSWDQ-23NV) was completed by 229 people with multiple sclerosis (MS).

through bodily re-explorations and interactions with the surroundings: a qualitative study on changed perceptions of physical activity in people with mild multiple sclerosis.

Introduction: Reduced physical activity (PA) among people with multiple sclerosis (pwMS) with low disability is a significant concern. Developing healthcare to promote PA requires a comprehensive understanding of pwMS's perspectives.

Purpose: To explore how pwMS with mild disability perceive PA and the impact of individual, professional, social, and environmental aspects on their PA engagement.

Cardiovascular Events Among Women with Premature Ovarian Insufficiency: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Background: It is well documented that menopause is linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular (CV) events; however, the results of studies focusing on the association between premature ovarian insufficiency (POI) and the risk of CV events are controversial. The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to assess the risk of CV events among women with POI compared to women with menopausal aged 50-54 years.

Methods: A systematic literature search of PubMed (including Medline), Scopus, and Web of Science was conducted from 1990 to 2022 to retrieve observational studies published in English-language.

The meaningfulness of through interactions and enjoyment in outdoor high-intensity physiotherapy for people with multiple sclerosis: a qualitative study.

Background And Purpose: Physical activity (PA) is often reduced in people with MS (pwMS), even when disability is low. Understanding the perspectives of pwMS on interventions aiming to improve PA is important to inform the development of such services. The aim of this study was to explore the experiences of pwMS participating in an outdoor, high-intensity and balance exercise group intervention.

Feasibility of a new intervention addressing group-based balance and high-intensity training, physical activity, and employment in individuals with multiple sclerosis: a pilot randomized controlled trial.

Background And Purpose: Impaired sensorimotor function, reduced physical activity and unemployment are common challenges in persons with multiple sclerosis (pwMS), even when disability is low. CoreDISTparticipation is a new, multidisciplinary intervention delivered across healthcare levels systematically addressing these elements. This study primarily aimed to evaluate the feasibility of CoreDISTparticipation in terms of process, resources, management, and scientific outcomes.

Patients' experiences with early rehabilitation in intensive care units: A qualitative study about aspects that influence their participation.

Aim: To explore patients' experiences with early rehabilitation in the intensive care unit and what they perceive to influence their participation.

Design: A qualitative design anchored in phenomenological and hermeneutical traditions utilizing in-depth interviews.

Methods: Thirteen patients were interviewed from 5 to 29 weeks following discharge from three units, in January-December 2022.

The diverse invitations to participate in early rehabilitation - A qualitative study of nurse-patient interactions in the intensive care unit.

Objectives: To gain insight into the interaction between nurses and patients in early rehabilitation and the role of patient participation in this context.

Research Design And Setting: A qualitative study with a phenomenological-hermeneutic approach was conducted in two units/hospitals from January 2022 to January 2023, utilizing observations and video recordings of eight nurse/patient dyads combined with post observation interviews with the nurses. The study was analysed by systematic text condensation and video analysis, informed by interaction theory.

The effect of exercise and physical activity-interventions on step count and intensity level in individuals with multiple sclerosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Background: Reduced physical activity is a worldwide challenge in individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS). The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to identify devise-measured effects of physical activity, exercise and physiotherapy-interventions on step count and intensity level of physical activity in individuals with MS.

Methods: A systematic search of the databases of PubMed (including Medline), Scopus, CINHAL and Web of Science was carried out to retrieve studies published in the English language from the inception to the first of May 2023.

Effect of innovative vs. usual care physical therapy in subacute rehabilitation after stroke. A multicenter randomized controlled trial.

Background: Research on stroke rehabilitation often addresses common difficulties such as gait, balance or physical activity separately, a fragmentation contrasting the complexity in clinical practice. Interventions aiming for recovery are needed. The purpose of this study was to investigate effects of a comprehensive low-cost physical therapy intervention, I-CoreDIST, vs.

The precarity of patient participation - a qualitative interview study of experiences from the acute stroke and rehabilitation journey.

Introduction: Active patient participation is an important factor in optimizing post-stroke recovery, yet it is often low, regardless of stroke severity. The reasons behind this trend are unclear.

Purpose: To explore how people who have suffered a stroke, perceive the transition from independence to dependence and whether their role in post-stroke rehabilitation influences active participation.

Barriers to and facilitators for making emergency calls - a qualitative interview study of stroke patients and witnesses.

Background And Objectives: Early access to hospital for diagnosis and treatment is strongly recommended for patients with acute stroke. Unfortunately, prehospital delay frequently occurs. The aim of the current study was to gain in-depth insight into patient experience and behavior in the prehospital phase of a stroke.

Embodiment, tailoring, and trust are important for co-construction of meaning in physiotherapy after stroke: A qualitative study.

Background And Purpose: Physiotherapy, with an emphasis on high intensity, individually tailored, and person-centered treatment, is an effective route for recovery after a stroke. No single approach, however, has been deemed paramount, and there is limited knowledge about the patient experience of assessment, goal-setting, and treatment in physiotherapy. In this study, we seek to report patient experiences of I-CoreDIST-a new physiotherapy intervention that targets recovery-and those of usual care.

The content and effects of trunk rehabilitation on trunk and upper limb performance in people with multiple sclerosis: a systematic review.

Introduction: Persons with multiple sclerosis (pwMS) could have an impaired trunk and reduced postural control, which negatively impacts activities of daily living. Evidence is growing to consider the positive effects of trunk training on fall incidence and balance problems. Effects on trunk and upper limb performance is unknown.

Group dynamics in a group-based, individualized physiotherapy intervention for people with multiple sclerosis: A qualitative study.

Objective: Group-based physiotherapy is a common and beneficial intervention for people with multiple sclerosis (MS). Most group interventions are not individually adapted to each participant's needs. Evidence on how individualization and group elements can be combined in a clinical setting is lacking.

"Back at the same level as everyone else"-user perspectives on walking with an exoskeleton, a qualitative study.

Study Design: Qualitative, in-depth research interviews led by a theme-based interview guide.

Objectives: To generate new knowledge regarding user experiences of standing and walking with Ekso™ (Ekso Bionics, Richmond, CA, USA).

Setting: In-patient rehabilitation hospital in Norway.

Group-based, individualized exercises can provide perceived bodily changes and strengthen aspects of self in individuals with MS: a qualitative interview study.

: Group-based physiotherapy is effective for individuals with MS; nevertheless individualization within groups is questioned and little is known regarding individuals´ experiences with individualization in small groups.: We aimed to explore the short- and long-term experiences of individuals with MS participating in a 6-week, group-based, individualized physiotherapy-intervention.: Within a randomized controlled trial (RCT), 25 in-depth interviews with a strategic sample of 13 people (9 women; age 25-79 years old; European Disability Status Scale (EDSS) 1-6.

Group-based, individualized, comprehensive core stability and balance intervention provides immediate and long-term improvements in walking in individuals with multiple sclerosis: A randomized controlled trial.

Objectives: Walking impairments are common in individuals with multiple sclerosis. Trunk control is a prerequisite for walking; however, knowledge regarding whether core stability and balance training influence walking is limited. This study aimed to investigate the immediate and long-term effects of a group-based, individualized, comprehensive core stability and balance intervention (GroupCoreDIST) compared with those of standard care on walking.

Searching for the "Active Ingredients" in Physical Rehabilitation Programs Across Europe, Necessary to Improve Mobility in People With Multiple Sclerosis: A Multicenter Study.

Background: Physical rehabilitation programs can lead to improvements in mobility in people with multiple sclerosis (PwMS).

Objective: To identify which rehabilitation program elements are employed in real life and how they might affect mobility improvement in PwMS.

Methods: Participants were divided into improved and nonimproved mobility groups based on changes observed in the Multiple Sclerosis Walking Scale-12 following multimodal physical rehabilitation programs.

Group-Based Individualized Comprehensive Core Stability Intervention Improves Balance in Persons With Multiple Sclerosis: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Background: Balance and trunk control are often impaired in individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS). Interventions addressing these issues are needed.

Objective: The objective of this study was to compare the immediate and long-term effects of a 6-week individualized, group-based, comprehensive core stability intervention (GroupCoreDIST) with standard care on balance and trunk control in individuals with MS.

Effects of Rehabilitation on Gait Pattern at Usual and Fast Speeds Depend on Walking Impairment Level in Multiple Sclerosis.

Background: Physical rehabilitation can improve walking capacity in persons with multiple sclerosis (MS). However, changes in spatiotemporal gait parameters after rehabilitation are not frequently evaluated, and it is unknown to what extent potential effects depend on baseline disability level. The objective was to investigate the effectiveness of rehabilitation programs on gait parameters at usual and fastest speeds in persons with MS categorized according to walking speed.

A group-based, individualized physiotherapy intervention for people with multiple sclerosis-A qualitative study.

Background And Purpose: Group-based interventions for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) have gained increased attention in the field of physiotherapy research. However, no studies have investigated whether or how the prevailing principle of individualization is embedded in such interventions. The purpose of this study was to investigate how professional actions and interactions affect individualized exercise adaptations in a group intervention for people with MS.

Physiotherapy assessment of individuals with multiple sclerosis prior to a group intervention - A qualitative observational and interview study.

Assessment prior to both individual and group interventions is fundamental to neurological physiotherapy practice. However, knowledge is limited regarding how assessments are carried out, particularly assessments conducted prior to group interventions, which have recently gained increasing attention in clinical research. In this qualitative study, we investigated how physiotherapy assessments of patients with multiple sclerosis prior to a group exercise intervention were carried out and what physiotherapists considered vital elements in the assessment process.