A qualitative exploration of the impact of a 12-week group exercise class for those moderately affected with multiple sclerosis

Learmonth, Yvonne C.; Marshall-McKenna, Rebecca; Paul, Lorna; Mattison, Paul; Miller, Linda A.

doi:10.3109/09638288.2012.688922

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“…The physical, psychological, and social benefits of exercise and physical activity reported in this study are consistent with other studies in pwMS [14,27,29,[32][33][34]. However, most of these studies demonstrated these positive impacts based on the experience of exercise and physical activity following an intervention program [27,29,32,33].…”

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confidence: 81%

“…However, most of these studies demonstrated these positive impacts based on the experience of exercise and physical activity following an intervention program [27,29,32,33]. This study highlighted that the perceived benefits associated with exercise and physical activity extended beyond the confines of an intervention program to also include activities carried out as part of a typical day.…”

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Physical activity and exercise priorities in community dwelling people with multiple sclerosis: a Delphi study

Stennett

Souza

Norris

2017

Disability and Rehabilitation

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Aims: Exercise and physical activity have been found to be beneficial in managing disabilities caused by multiple sclerosis. Despite the known benefits, many people with multiple sclerosis are inactive. This study aimed to identify the prioritised exercise and physical activity practices of people with multiple sclerosis living in the community and the reasons why they are engaged in these activities. Methods: A four Round Delphi questionnaire scoped and determined consensus of priorities for the top 10 exercise and physical activities and the reasons why people with multiple sclerosis (n ¼ 101) are engaged in these activities. Data were analysed using content analysis, descriptive statistics, and nonparametric tests. Results: The top 10 exercise and physical activity practices and the top 10 reasons why people with multiple sclerosis (n ¼ 70) engaged in these activities were identified and prioritised. Consensus was achieved for the exercise and physical activities (W ¼ 0.744, p < .0001) and for the reasons they engaged in exercise and physical activity (W ¼ 0.723, p < .0001). Conclusion:The exercise and physical activity practices and the reasons people with multiple sclerosis engaged in exercise and physical activity were diverse. These self-selected activities and reasons highlighted that people with multiple sclerosis might conceptualise exercise and physical activity in ways that may not be fully appreciated or understood by health professionals. Considerations of the views of people with multiple sclerosis may be essential if the goal of increasing physical activity in this population is to be achieved. ä IMPLICATIONS FOR REHABILITATIONHealth professionals should work collaboratively with people with multiple sclerosis to understand how they prioritise activities, the underlying reasons for their prioritisations and embed these into rehabilitation programmes. Health professionals should utilise activities prioritised by people with multiple sclerosis in the community as a way to support, promote, and sustain exercise and physical activity in this population. Rehabilitation interventions should include both the activities people with multiple sclerosis prioritise and the reasons why they engage in exercise and physical activity as another option for increasing physical activity levels and reducing sedentary behaviours. ARTICLE HISTORY

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Physical activity and exercise priorities in community dwelling people with multiple sclerosis: a Delphi study

Stennett

Souza

Norris

2017

Disability and Rehabilitation

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“…In contrast, Mostert and Kesselring 8 reported an immediate negative effect following cycling in people with MS, with increased muscle spasms. Qualitative evidence in studies of MS suggests that fatigue [9][10][11] and muscle pain 9 may result the day after exercise.…”

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“…13 However, past evidence is unclear as to whether exercise may increase symptoms (ie, pain or fatigue) immediately following exercise in those with MS and CFS. 2,[9][10][11] Indeed, concern about a detrimental effect of exercise may deter people with these diseases from undertaking exercise, despite the absence of strong quantitative evidence that exercise may negatively affect symptoms over a longer period of time. In this study investigating the immediate effect of exercise on people with MS and CFS, we hypothesized that undertaking a 15-minute bout of aerobic exercise would increase pain and fatigue and decrease function for up to 24 hours following exercise.…”

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Short-Term Effect of Aerobic Exercise on Symptoms in Multiple Sclerosis and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Learmonth¹,

Paul²,

McFadyen³

et al. 2014

International Journal of MS Care

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“…Regular physical activity (PA) is beneficial for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) and has the potential to reduce the physical impact of MS after three months , Learmonth et al 2013. In the longer term, people with MS doing regular PA report less fatigue, fewer symptoms of depression and a greater quality of life (Stroud and Minahan 2009).…”

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Positive thinking and physical activity motivation for one individual with multiple sclerosis: A qualitative case-study

Hall-McMaster¹,

Treharne²,

Smith³

2016

NZJP

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Regular physical activity (PA) is known to benefit individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS) but people with MS tend to do less PA than the general population. Thought processes such as positive thinking may help to explain PA motivation among individuals with MS. The present study investigated thoughts about PA motivation in one man with MS (aged 70 years; pseudonym Norman). We asked Norman to think aloud while completing standardised measures of PA, stages of change, self-efficacy and in response to planned and spontaneous questions. The data were subjected to inductive thematic analysis and two major themes were formulated: positive thinking as Norman's way to fight against MS; and goals give a positive purpose to Norman's engagement in PA. Theme one consisted of three subthemes: coping with MS by choosing to think positively; using positivity to maintain control; and using PA to think positively. Theme two consisted of two subthemes: viewing PA as a necessity for goal achievement; and goals providing determination. Norman's case has implications for enhancing future physiotherapy interventions. In particular, addressing positive thinking and purposeful goal setting may help physiotherapists to increase PA motivation in individuals with MS and thereby encourage more regular engagement in PA. Hall-McMaster S M, Treharne G J, Smith C M (2016) Positive thinking and physical activity motivation for one individual with multiple sclerosis: A qualitative case-study New Zealand Journal of Physiotherapy 44(1): 26-32.

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A qualitative exploration of the impact of a 12-week group exercise class for those moderately affected with multiple sclerosis

Abstract: Taking part in an exercise class was a positive experience for people with MS. Healthcare professionals should work with exercise professionals to provide feasible exercise opportunities to help those with MS benefit from therapeutic exercise.

Cited by 56 publications

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Physical activity and exercise priorities in community dwelling people with multiple sclerosis: a Delphi study

Physical activity and exercise priorities in community dwelling people with multiple sclerosis: a Delphi study

Short-Term Effect of Aerobic Exercise on Symptoms in Multiple Sclerosis and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Positive thinking and physical activity motivation for one individual with multiple sclerosis: A qualitative case-study

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