Vojta Therapy in Multiple Sclerosis.

The Implementation of a Reflex Locomotion Program According to Vojta Produces Short-term Automatic Postural Control Changes in Patients With Multiple Sclerosis.

This Study evaluates the effectiveness of a Vojta locomotion reflex program as short-term automatic postural control in patients with Multiple sclerosis

In two consecutive weeks two interventions will be conducted: Vojta group(A) and standard therapy group(B). The last one is based on balance exercises targeting core stability, Bobath concept and sensory strategies. In the Vojta group 5 sessions will be conducted for a duration of 2 weeks and the same will be realised on the standard group. In addition, during the study, a daily activity shall be prescribed in both groups: Vojta exercise during 20 minutes for group A and walking for 20 minutes in group B.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Final diagnosis of MS according to McDonald criteria.
• Walkability with or without assistance (4.0 to 6.5 in EDSS) and dysfunctions defined by the inability to hold the tandem position for 30 seconds with the arms close to body.
• Older than 18 years-old.
• Escorted sessions, a family member or close person.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Phase outbreak or outbreak in the 3 months before the study.
• Medication that prevents or limits the performance of the Locomotion reflex.
• Participation in other studies during the conduct of this study.
• Score inferior to 6 in the Abbreviated Mental Test that prevents understanding of the study consent or that limits the understanding of the test during its realisation.