Gait abnormalities in minimally impaired multiple sclerosis patients.

摘要: Subclinical evidence of gait abnormalities were identified in a group seven patients with multiple sclerosis, EDSS scored 0 - 2, without functional limitations. A movement analysis technique was used to identify parameters indicative impaired motor function during walking. Abnormalities related primarily time-distance (reduced speed progression, shorter strides, prolonged double support phase) and muscular (premature recruitment gastrocnemius late relaxation tibialis anterior stance regardless the severity clinical score. The procedure able provide clinician prior disturbance observable by trained physician. These minimal dysfunctions may have resulted from reflex mechanisms delayed transmission through long loop pathways or else as result nonspecific protective strategy improve balance control. described this study be useful earlier starting points for follow-up physiotherapy.