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Effects of Massage Therapy on Multiple Sclerosis: a Case Report
1Massage Therapy Program, MacEwan University, Edmonton, AB.
International Journal of Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork
|December 7, 2020
Summary
Massage therapy effectively reduced fatigue and edema in a patient with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Further research is needed to explore the impact of massage on MS-related mobility.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Immunology
- Rehabilitation Medicine
Background:
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease causing myelin sheath degeneration, impacting nerve impulse transmission.
- MS presents with varied symptoms like fatigue, spasticity, swelling, and gait disturbances, often managed with medications.
- Swedish Massage Therapy (MT) has shown potential in managing MS symptoms.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the effects of MT on mobility, fatigue, and edema in an MS patient.
- To assess changes in range of motion, fatigue levels, and ankle swelling post-intervention.
Main Methods:
- A single case study involving five MT sessions over six weeks for a 58-year-old female MS patient.
- Utilized Swedish massage, manual lymphatic drainage, and home exercises.
- Assessed mobility (Timed-Up-and-Go test), fatigue (Modified Fatigue Impact Scale), and edema (Figure-8 ankle measurement).
Main Results:
- Minimal improvement in patient mobility was observed.
- Significant decreases in reported fatigue levels and left ankle edema were noted.
Conclusions:
- MT appears effective in alleviating fatigue and edema in individuals with MS.
- Further investigation is warranted to clarify the relationship between MT and mobility in MS patients.
