Dynamic trunk training improved rehabilitation scores in multiple sclerosis
A small randomized trial favored dynamic trunk exercises over conventional core exercises, but the abstract does not show how large or lasting the differences were.
Based on the published abstract. The full paper may contain additional methods, results and limitations.
The 30-second takeaway
People assigned to dynamic trunk rehabilitation improved more on trunk control, balance and several other measured outcomes than those assigned to standard core exercises. Both groups also received conventional therapy. The findings support further study of this specific rehabilitation approach in multiple sclerosis; the abstract does not show whether participants experienced fewer falls.
The abstract omits treatment duration, score changes and longer follow-up. Statistical differences therefore do not reveal the size or durability of improvements, and fall confidence is not a count of actual falls.
What researchers found
Trunk Impairment Scale
Dynamic trunk rehabilitation versus core stability exercises, with conventional therapy in both groups. Differences in change over time were statistically significant; assessment timing was not reported.
What the programs compared
The dynamic program combined movements in several directions on unstable surfaces with tasks performed at the same time. The comparison program used traditional core stability exercises, so the trial evaluated a package of training features.
Confidence differs from actual falls
The researchers also measured mobility, fatigue, psychological well-being and community reintegration. A questionnaire assessed confidence about avoiding falls; its improvement should not be interpreted as evidence that falls themselves became less frequent.
The original publication
The effects of trunk rehabilitation on balance, gait, falls, and community mobility in patients with multiple sclerosis: A single-blind randomized controlled trial.
Mukhtar S, Aljohani G, Bakkar M et al.
Mult Scler Relat Disord · 2026
- PubMed ID
- 41421012
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