Effectiveness of Acupuncture Treatment Applied in Addition to the Rehabilitation Program in Multiple Sclerosis Patients

Effectiveness of Acupuncture Treatment Applied in Addition to the Rehabilitation Program in Multiple Sclerosis Patients

The purpose of the study is to assess the effect of acupuncture treatment combinated with conventional rehabilitation methods on gait, fatigue, quality of life and bladder functions in patients with multiple sclerosis

After being informed about study and potential risks, all patient giving written informed consent will undergo screening period determine eligibility for study entry. The patients who meet the eligibility recruitments will get treatment into two groups in a conventional rehabilitation and acupuncture combined with conventional rehabilitation

Inclusion Criteria:

• Being diagnosed with MS according to McDonald criteria
• EDSS score between 1-6
• The patient is clinically stable
• Having not had a new MS attack in the last 3 months
• Being cognitively suitable to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria:

• Being clinically unstable
• Inability to cognitively participate in tests
• Having received acupuncture treatment in the last 6 months