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CoDuSe group exercise programme improves balance and reduces falls in people with multiple sclerosis: A multi-centre, randomized, controlled pilot study

Anna Carling, Anette Forsberg, Martin Gunnarsson, Ylva Nilsagård

Multiple Sclerosis Journal · 2016 · 62 citations · 34 references

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Abstract

This pilot study suggests that the CoDuSe exercise improved balance and reduced perceived walking limitations, compared to no exercise. The intervention reduced falls and near falls frequency.

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