Aquatic training in
            <scp>MS</scp>
            : neurotherapeutic impact upon quality of life

Frohman, Ashley N.; Okuda, Darin T.; Beh, Shin C.; Treadaway, Katherine; Mooi, Caroline; Davis, Scott L.; Shah, Anjali; Frohman, Teresa C.; Frohman, Elliot M.

doi:10.1002/acn3.220

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“…For these intrinsic and extrinsic features, water therapy is already widely used in orthopedic, 28 rheumatologic, 29 neurologic, 30 psychologic 31 and pneumologic rehabilitation protocols. 32 According to Stevin’s law, the pressure at a point in a liquid in static equilibrium depends only on the depth at that point (P = P 0 + dgh; P 0 = external pressure on the surface, h = depth, g = gravity acceleration, d = liquid density).…”

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A specifically designed aquatic exercise protocol to reduce chronic lower limb edema

Gianesini

Tessari

Bacciglieri³

et al. 2016

Phlebology

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Objective Despite the fact that muscle pump activation is known to positively impact chronic lower limb edema, objective measurements of standardized exercises for venous-lymphatic rehab are lacking. The aim of this investigation is to determine the effectiveness of an addressed physical activity exploiting the advantages of an aquatic environment. Material and methods Thirty-two lower limbs of 16 patients affected by bilateral chronic leg swelling were included (12 females, 4 males). All the patients underwent a protocol of five sessions of physical exercises specifically conceived inside a pool. Volumetry, subcutaneous thickness, ankle range of motion and symptomatology were assessed as outcome measures. Results One week after the end of the protocol, the average reduction in lower limb volume was 303.13 ± 69.72 ml ( p = 0.00002) and 334.38 ± 62.50 ml ( p = 0.000003) in the right and left legs, respectively. Ankle range of motion and feeling of heaviness significantly improved. Conclusion A specifically designed aquatic protocol is able to positively impact chronic leg swelling offering a first line rehab for this medical condition.

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Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

A specifically designed aquatic exercise protocol to reduce chronic lower limb edema

Gianesini

Tessari

Bacciglieri³

et al. 2016

Phlebology

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“…It creates stretch viscosity, and is an environment in which exercises can be done in all directions. (30)…”

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Effects of Exercise on the Therapeutic and Rehabilitation Process of Patients with Multiple Sclerosis- A Narrative Review

Saadat¹,

Hojjati²,

Naghshineh³

et al. 2019

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BACKGROUND Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, autoimmune and inflammatory nervous system disease. It leads to the loss of myelin in the white matter of brain, spinal cord and optic nerves, and causes tiredness, muscle cramp, tremor, unsteady gait and some inability to move. Due to the effects of exercise in patients with MS, we aimed to evaluate the effect of exercise on the therapeutic and recovery process of patients with MS. In this study, a narrative review was conducted using keywords, including Multiple Sclerosis, exercise, recovery, treatment, through searching in international scientific databases, such as PubMed, Web of Science and Scopus, on articles published form inception. Different types of exercises were assessed and reported by the researchers as beneficial rehabilitation strategies for patients to manage symptoms restore function, optimize quality of life, promote wellness and back to activities of daily living. These exercises include endurance exercises (aerobics), balance exercises, flexibility exercises, yoga exercises, hypnosis exercises, physiotherapy exercises and exercise in water. Because of positive effects of sport exercises, it is recommended that training program be considered as a complementary treatment alongside other treatments for MS patients.

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“…12 The existing literature is scarce regarding the effects of AqE in pwMS, despite the advantages it may provide compared to non-aquatic ET. 13 Those advantages are related to three properties of the water.…”

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“…Finally, the conduction of water may reduce body temperature (if temperature of water is kept between 80-84 degrees, the recommended temperature for pwMS), thus enabling pwMS to prolong training sessions without the fear of over-heating. 13 To date, studies on AqE in pwMS have focused mostly on the effects of AqE on QoL, 14 fatigue, 15 balance, 16 mobility and strength, 16 and pain. 17 Only one study to our knowledge has examined mood specifically following an AqE intervention, and reported significant benefit.…”

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Effects of a Single Bout of Aquatic Exercise on Mood in Multiple Sclerosis

Genova¹,

Dacosta-Aguayo²,

Goverover³

et al. 2019

International Journal of MS Care

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Practice Points• A single bout of aquatic exercise may be effective in improving acute mood symptoms in people with MS.• Fatigue reductions following a single session of aquatic exercise were observed as well.• Future studies with larger samples should be conducted to allow a better understanding of acute effects of aquatic exercise on mood. Abstract Background: Physical activity is known to be an effective way of managing multiple sclerosis (MS) related symptoms. Further, it has been reported that even a single bout of physical activity can yield improvements in mood in persons with MS (pwMS). Aquatic exercise (AqE) can be an effective and enjoyable physical activity in pwMS. However, there is little research focusing on the immediate effects of AqE on mood in pwMS. Thus, we assessed the acute effects of a single bout of AqE on mood. Methods: Eight pwMS participated in a 45-minute AqE class as well as 45 minutes of a seated rest control condition. The Profile of Mood States was given before and after each condition (rest and AqE). Repeated measures analysis of variance and paired-samples tests were used to examine whether AqE resulted in improvement in mood. Due to the small sample size, effect sizes were considered.Results: Moderate to large effect sizes indicated a condition by time interaction, such that mood increased and fatigue reduced following an acute bout of AqE compared to rest. Conclusions:This proof of concept study suggests that mood symptoms are improved immediately following a short bout of AqE. Future research is needed to explore whether these effects are reliable and whether they can be sustained with more frequent bouts of AqE. Downloaded from

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Aquatic training in MS : neurotherapeutic impact upon quality of life

Cited by 19 publications

References 29 publications

A specifically designed aquatic exercise protocol to reduce chronic lower limb edema

A specifically designed aquatic exercise protocol to reduce chronic lower limb edema

Effects of Exercise on the Therapeutic and Rehabilitation Process of Patients with Multiple Sclerosis- A Narrative Review

Effects of a Single Bout of Aquatic Exercise on Mood in Multiple Sclerosis

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