The design of effective rehabilitation protocols relies on the ability to accurately assess the
physical condition and the rehabilitative needs of the patient. Monitoring muscle fatigue can …

Abstract Background Clinical Gait Analysis is commonly used to evaluate specific gait
characteristics of patients affected by Multiple Sclerosis. The aim of this report is to present a …

Background. Energy cost of walking (Cw) is elevated in persons with multiple sclerosis (MS),
perhaps because of gait impairment, and may impact daily activity and fatigue. Objective …

BACKGROUND: Gait impairment is a significant problem in multiple sclerosis (MS), leading
to decreased activity and limitations in function. However, specific characterization of …

One of the core problems for people with multiple sclerosis (pwMS) is the impairment of their
ability to walk, which can be severely restrictive in everyday life. Therefore, monitoring of …

Background Gait impairment represents one of the most common and disabling symptom of
multiple sclerosis. Quantification of the gait is an important aspect of clinical trials. In order to …

Background Walking speed is an important measure of gait impairment in multiple sclerosis
(MS). The clinical assessment of walking speed requires dedicated time, space, and …

The assessment of gait abnormalities in individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS) represents a
key factor in evaluating the effectiveness of rehabilitation treatments. Despite the availability …

The measurement of gait characteristics during a self-administered 2-minute walk test
(2MWT), in persons with multiple sclerosis (PwMS), using a single body-worn device, has …

Background Patients with multiple sclerosis (pwMS) often experience a decline in motor
function and performance during prolonged walking, which potentially is associated with …