Can Timed Up and Go Test discriminate the risk of falling in patients with Multiple Sclerosis with low to moderate impairment?

Purpose: The aim of the study was to discriminate the risk of falling in patients with Multiple Sclerosis with low to moderate impairment who do not use walking aid using the Timed Up and Go (TUG) Test.

Methods: This study was planned as a prospective descriptive study with 204 patients. Falls were recorded in three-month prospective diaries, and the balance was evaluated using the TUG Test.

Usefulness of the Berg Balance Scale for prediction of fall risk in multiple sclerosis.

Introduction: The Berg Balance Scale, possibly the most widely used balance-related measure, has gained popularity in clinical trials. It provides information about patients' balance-related abilities and can be used to assess improvement or worsening after rehabilitation. The aim of this study is to determine the cut-off value of the Berg Balance Scale for the fall risk in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS).

Association of posturography with clinical measures in balance rehabilitation of ataxic patients.

The assessment of balance includes posturography measures and clinical balance tests in individuals with ataxia. Although both advantages and disadvantages of these assessments have been stated, no relationship between them in individuals with ataxia has been shown in the literature. The aim of this cross-sectional study was to investigate the relationships between commonly used clinical balance tests and posturography measures in ataxic individuals.

The Effects of Exergame on Postural Control in Individuals with Ataxia: a Rater-Blinded, Randomized Controlled, Cross-over Study.

Exergame trainings might have therapeutic value in ataxic patients. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of exergame training with an exercise program on postural control by comparing it with traditional balance and coordination exercise program. Nineteen patients were randomly allocated to two groups.

Effects of low vs. high frequency local vibration on mild-moderate muscle spasticity: Ultrasonographical and functional evaluation in patients with multiple sclerosis.

Background: Local vibration (LV) is a physiotherapy application that aims to reduce spasticity. The study aimed to compare the effects of 50 Hz vs. 100 Hz LV on mild-moderate spasticity, functional performance and muscle architecture.

The Effect of Whole Body Vibration on Postural Control of Ataxic Patients: a Randomized Controlled Cross-Over Study.

Whole body vibration (WBV) applications have been used in recent years to increase muscle strength, power, and postural control in healthy and various disease populations. This study aims to investigate the effects of WBV on postural control in patients with ataxia. Twenty-four patients were randomly allocated to two groups.

Electromyographic activity and kinematics of sit-to-stand in individuals with muscle disease.

Objective: The aim of this study was to compare activation levels of rectus femoris, biceps femoris, tibialis anterior, and soleus muscles and biomechanical properties of individuals with muscle disease and healthy individuals during sit-to-stand.

Methods: Fifteen patients (11 muscular dystrophy, 4 myopathy) and 15 healthy individuals were included in the study. A Noraxon superficial electromyography device and high-speed cameras were used to evaluate muscle activations and biomechanical properties.

Correction to: Effect of taping on scapular kinematics of patients with facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy.

The published version of this article unfortunately contained a mistake in Fig. 2. Only one graphic of different movement of scapula was published instead of three.

The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health-based factors related to physical activity level in adults with muscle diseases.

The aim of this study was to investigate the physical activity (PA) level of adults with muscle diseases and the association of factors affecting PA behaviour. Forty-five adults with muscle diseases and 44 healthy participants were included. The PA was assessed by a SenseWear Armband and the International Physical Activity Questionnaire.

Effect of taping on scapular kinematics of patients with facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy.

The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of scapular taping on scapular kinematics by three-dimensional electromagnetic system during shoulder elevation in facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy patients. A total of 11 patients with facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy were included in the study. Scapular anterior-posterior tilt, upward-downward rotation, and internal-external rotations were evaluated using the three-dimensional electromagnetic system during the elevation of the upper limbs in the scapular plane before and after kinesio taping.

Functional range of motion in the upper extremity and trunk joints: Nine functional everyday tasks with inertial sensors.

Background: Functional range of motion is defined as the required range of motions for individuals to maintain maximal independence, along with optimal conditions for activities of daily living. Intervention plans for rehabilitation are directed towards the acquisition of anatomical range of motion. However, this isn't always possible based on person's etiology, prognosis, or severity of disease.

The relationship between trunk position sense and postural control in ataxic individuals.

Background: The proprioceptive system plays a role in the maintenance of postural control more than the visual and vestibular systems in ataxic patients with postural control disorders, but the relationship between trunk proprioception and postural control has not been sufficiently investigated yet. This relationship can provide a different perspective to the ataxia rehabilitation.

Research Question: This study aimed to examine the relationship between trunk position sense and postural control in ataxic individuals by comparing them to healthy individuals.

Functional exercise capacity evaluated by timed walk tests in myasthenia gravis.

Introduction: We sought to evaluate the test-retest reliability and construct validity of the 6- and 2-minute walk tests (6mWT and 2mWT, respectively) in patients with myasthenia gravis (MG).

Methods: Thirty-one patients with generalized MG were enrolled in this study. The 6mWT, 2mWT, MG-specific quality of life questionnaire Turkish version (MG-QoL15T), quantitative myasthenia gravis test (QMG), and pulmonary function tests were administered.

The use of Goal Attainment Scaling (GAS) in the rehabilitation of ataxic patients.

The aim of this study was to formulate an exercise program according to GAS, an approach that reflects the patients' point of view and expectations and investigate the effects of this program in ataxia rehabilitation. This study was designed as an assessor-blinded, single-group trial, and 24 patients with cerebellar ataxia were included. Treatment goals, postural control, disease severity, and daily living activities were assessed pre- and post-treatment using the Goal Attainment Scaling (GAS), the Sensory Organization Test (SOT), the International Cooperative Ataxia Rating Scale (ICARS), and the Barthel Index (BI), respectively.