Complementary and alternative therapies in multiple sclerosis: a systematic literature classification and analysis

Arji, Goli; Rezaeizadeh, Hossein; Moghadasi, Abdolrreza Naser; Sahraian, Mohammad Ali; Karimi, Mehrdad; Alizadeh, Mojtaba

doi:10.1007/s13760-021-01847-3

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“…Indeed, depression levels statistically changed from “mild mood disturbance” to the “these ups and downs are considered normal” level following interventions. This finding was consistent with previous research that found yoga and home-based Pilates have a positive effect on depression in PwMS [ 66 , 67 ], and this agreement is reflected in a systematic review that evaluated 40 studies after Pilates intervention [ 68 ]. Furthermore, after tele-intervention, mental health showed an improvement trend, but it was not statistically significant.…”

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Effects of Tele-Pilates and Tele-Yoga on Biochemicals, Physical, and Psychological Parameters of Females with Multiple Sclerosis

Najafi

Hadizadeh

Cheong

et al. 2023

JCM

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Background: People with multiple sclerosis (PwMS) suffer from some comorbidities, including physical and psychiatric disorders, low quality of life (QoL), hormonal dysregulation, and hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis dysfunction. The current study aimed to investigate the effects of eight weeks of tele-yoga and tele-Pilates on the serum levels of prolactin and cortisol and selected physical and psychological factors. Methods: Forty-five females with relapsing remitting multiple sclerosis, based on age (18–65), expanded disability status scale (0–5.5), and body mass index (20–32), were randomly assigned to tele-Pilates, tele-yoga, or control groups (n = 15). Serum blood samples and validated questionnaires were collected before and after interventions. Results: Following online interventions, there was a significant increase in the serum levels of prolactin (p = 0.004) and a significant decrease in cortisol (p = 0.04) in the time × group interaction factors. In addition, significant improvements were observed in depression (p = 0.001), physical activity levels (p < 0.001), QoL (p ≤ 0.001), and the speed of walking (p < 0.001). Conclusion: Our findings suggest that tele-yoga and tele-Pilates training could be introduced as patient-friendly, non-pharmacological, add-on therapeutic methods for increasing prolactin and decreasing cortisol serum levels and achieving clinically relevant improvements in depression, walking speed, physical activity level, and QoL in female MS patients.

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Effects of Tele-Pilates and Tele-Yoga on Biochemicals, Physical, and Psychological Parameters of Females with Multiple Sclerosis

Najafi

Hadizadeh

Cheong

et al. 2023

JCM

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“…An analysis of various data on the positive effects of physical therapy, yoga and breathing exercises when studying a systematic review of publications of relevant original studies, showed their effectiveness in depressive disorders, cognitive and motor function impairment in MS patients. 44,45 One of the effective methods of CAM is physical therapy. It has been noted that resistance training can be an effective method to improve walking and functional capacity in individuals with physical activity limitation in MS. 46,47 Respiratory muscle training at home is effective and can not only provide short-term results, but also reduce fatigue in patients with mild to moderate MG. [48][49][50][51] Some authors specifically single out yoga classes, which are considered to be an effective auxiliary tool for patients with various neurological disorders, which reduces the duration of hospitalization and also improves the patients' ability to work.…”

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The Value of Traditional Medicine Should not be Underestimated—Traditional Chinese Medicine in Treatment of Autoimmune Diseases

Novikov,

Akopyan

2024

Chinese Medicine and Culture

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Autoimmune diseases of the nervous system (ADNS) are characterized by the formation of a pronounced neurologic deficit and often lead to disability. The attention of doctors and researchers is increasingly attracted by complementary medicine as adjuvant or preventive therapy for various diseases, including autoimmune diseases. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is a combination of treatment methods that include acupuncture, herbal medicine, dietetics, physical exercises, and other methods that are often used in conjunction with recognized approaches of official medical science. The article describes the application of TCM techniques in autoimmune diseases of the nervous system, and demonstrates clinical experience in the use of acupuncture, herbal medicine, diets and physical exercises. Traditional and complementary medicine is an important and often underestimated healthcare resource, especially in the prevention and treatment of autoimmune diseases of the nervous system.

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Effects of walking interventions in persons with multiple sclerosis—A systematic review

Boková,

Gaemelke,

Novotná

et al. 2024

Multiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders

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Complementary and alternative therapies in multiple sclerosis: a systematic literature classification and analysis

Cited by 6 publications

References 115 publications

Effects of Tele-Pilates and Tele-Yoga on Biochemicals, Physical, and Psychological Parameters of Females with Multiple Sclerosis

Effects of Tele-Pilates and Tele-Yoga on Biochemicals, Physical, and Psychological Parameters of Females with Multiple Sclerosis

The Value of Traditional Medicine Should not be Underestimated—Traditional Chinese Medicine in Treatment of Autoimmune Diseases

Effects of walking interventions in persons with multiple sclerosis—A systematic review

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