Comparison of Robot-Assisted Gait Training and Conventional Therapy in Multiple Sclerosis Patients

Comparison of Robot-Assisted Gait Training and Conventional Therapy in Multiple Sclerosis Patients

The aim of this study is to compare conventional neurorehabilitation with robot-assisted gait training program in terms of fatigue, anxiety, depression and quality of life.

Gait disturbances are common in Multiple Sclerosis (MS) patients. Nowadays, gait training with robot assisted technology is used for rehabilitation. In several studies conventional rehabilitation was compared with robot assisted rehabilitation program, and they found no superior effects of robot assisted walking program. In this study we aimed to compare these modalities in terms of fatigue, anxiety and quality of life.

Inclusion Criteria:

• 18-70 years old Multiple Sclerosis patients
• EDSS score: 5.5-7.5
• Being oriented and cooperated
• Mini-mental score ≥24/30

Exclusion Criteria:

• Modified Ashworth >3 in lower extremity muscles
• Cognitive impairment
• Botox injection within last 6-months
• Having another neurological disease
• Pregnancy or breast-feeding