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  • Neuroscience
  • Rehabilitation Medicine
  • Exercise Science

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  • Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic immune-mediated central nervous system (CNS) disease affecting nearly 1 million US adults.
  • MS causes physical and cognitive dysfunction, impacting quality of life (QOL) and participation.
  • Research on exercise for MS has grown substantially in the last decade.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the evidence on the benefits of exercise for individuals with MS.
  • To examine the safety of exercise interventions in the MS population.
  • To provide guidelines for exercise prescription tailored to individuals with MS.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review focusing on meta-analyses and existing reviews of exercise in MS.
  • Synthesis of evidence regarding exercise benefits, safety, and prescription.
  • Compilation of current research for clinicians and researchers.

Main Results:

  • Exercise demonstrates clear benefits for individuals with MS, positively impacting function and QOL.
  • Evidence suggests exercise is generally safe for people with MS when appropriately prescribed.
  • Guidelines for safe and effective exercise prescription in MS are presented.

Conclusions:

  • Exercise is a crucial component of management for individuals with MS, enhancing outcomes and QOL.
  • Understanding exercise benefits, safety, and prescription is vital for healthcare providers.
  • This review serves as a comprehensive resource for optimizing exercise interventions in MS.