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    • Rehabilitation Science
    • Exercise Physiology

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    • Exercise training benefits are well-documented in early multiple sclerosis (MS) but less clear in progressive MS.
    • Existing evidence often comes from mixed samples (relapsing and progressive MS), hindering specific conclusions for progressive forms.
    • The role and impact of exercise in progressive MS remain underexplored.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To examine the potential role and benefits of exercise training specifically in individuals with progressive multiple sclerosis.
    • To synthesize current evidence on exercise interventions for progressive MS.

    Main Methods:

    • A review of existing evidence from trials focusing exclusively on individuals with progressive MS.
    • Inclusion of studies examining both conventional (e.g., cycle ergometry) and specialized (e.g., FES cycling) exercise modalities.

    Main Results:

    • Preliminary evidence from nine trials suggests exercise training may benefit fitness, symptoms, and quality of life in progressive MS.
    • The current data are limited and present some conflicting findings.
    • Exercise training appears to be a feasible intervention for this population.

    Conclusions:

    • Exercise training is a potential therapeutic option for progressive MS, given its prevalence and limited treatment alternatives.
    • Well-designed randomized clinical trials are necessary to establish the safety, feasibility, and efficacy of exercise in progressive MS.
    • Further research is crucial to optimize exercise interventions for individuals with progressive MS.