Functionality of THKLF orthosis in multiple sclerosis
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https://doi.org/10.33233/fb.v17i6.698Keywords:
multiple sclerosis, quality of life, gaitAbstract
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a demyelinating disease that causes a diffuse degeneration of the central nervous system, causing severe functional limitations. The aim of this study was to evaluate the functionality and quality of life (QOL) of an adult with MS, before and after Trunk Hip Knee Leg and Foot (THKLF) Orthosis use, and to measure the satisfaction with the orthosis use. This is a case study performed with a young adult diagnosed with relapsing-remitting MS form. The outcome measures were assessed by: timed stair test (TST); Timed up and go (TUG); the six-minute walk test (6MWT); Functional Assessment of Multiple Sclerosis (FAMS) and a satisfaction questionnaire related to the TQJTP orthosis use. According to the results, the orthosis had a positive effect on the achievement of functional activities involving functional mobility (TUG) and challenging activities like TST. The time of climbing down the stairs reduced 40% with orthosis use. No improvement was observed in exercise capacity, measured by the 6MWT, and in the quality of life evaluation. The satisfaction with the TQJTP orthosis use was important in the questions related to walk, material, comfort and to do different tasks. We concluded that the TQJTP orthosis was crucial to reduce the limitations imposed by the tasks of everyday life, highlighting patient satisfaction with their use.
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