O impacto do exercício terapêutico na força muscular respiratória e funcionalidade em pacientes com Esclerose Múltipla

Abstract

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a disease that affects the Central Nervous System, causing destruction of the myelin sheath and consequent damage to the conduction of nerve impulses. This research aims to evaluate the impact of therapeutic exercise on respiratory muscle strength and functionality in individuals with MS who participate in an Extension Project. Seven participants, women (n=4) and men (n=3) with a mean age of 49.28±15.53 years, were included in this study. Assistance was offered three times a week for four months, with procedures covering Hydrotherapy, Pilates and various Therapeutic Exercises. Specific tests were applied at the beginning and end of the intervention period, including: tests to measure respiratory muscle strength ( MIP and MEP), quality of life (SF-36), 2-minute walk test (2MWT) and Glittre, associated with the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) model. The results did not indicate significant differences compared to therapeutic exercise in any of the variables analyzed. Therefore, appropriate protocols and equipment are necessary in future research.