Healthcare Professional-Led Physical Activity Promotion Interventions for Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
A study involving 1662 participants showed that healthcare professional-led physical activity promotion interventions for people with multiple sclerosis were viewed positively, with high recruitment (76%), retention (88%), and adherence (81%) rates. However, professionals noted challenges in implementation and no interventions met advanced NIH criteria for real-world application.
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Why it matters
Understanding the feasibility of these interventions is crucial as they can enhance physical activity support for people with MS, which may improve overall health outcomes. Positive feedback from both participants and professionals indicates a potential pathway for further exploration in real-world settings.
What this does not prove
There were no interventions that met the National Institute of Health's criteria for advanced real-world research, indicating a gap in studies addressing practical implementation and dissemination.
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Study facts
- Study design
- Not reported
- Participants / samples
- 1662 · basis not reported
- Randomised
- Not reported
- Controlled
- No
- Primary endpoint met
- Not reported
- Relevant MS type
- Not reported
- Publication date
- 2026-10-10
- Evidence reviewed
- Abstract only
- Regulatory approval
- Not reported
- Research areas
- Not classified
Original sources
- Primary evidenceThe implementability of healthcare professional-led physical activity promotion interventions for people living with multiple sclerosis: A scoping review. ↗DOI: 10.1177/02692155261491941
Supporting passages (8)
sample sizeAcross 11 randomised controlled trials, two pretest-posttest studies, and 12 mixed-methods studies, 1662 participants were enrolled.
controlledNo
publication date2026-10-10
interventionNo interventions met National Institute of Health Stage 4 or 5 criteria, indicating lack of real-world implementation and dissemination research.ConclusionsAvailable data suggest favourable feasibility and acceptability of healthcare professional-led physical activity promotion interventions for people with multiple sclerosis at the efficacy evaluation stage.
findingsAcceptability was favourable, with participants valuing professional expertise and support.
findingsHealthcare professionals recognised their role in promoting physical activity but identified implementation challenges at service levels.
findingsRecruitment (76%), retention (88%), and adherence (81%) were high, although reporting of fidelity (n = 4 interventions), compliance (n = 5), and safety (n = 17) was inconsistent.
limitationsNo interventions met National Institute of Health Stage 4 or 5 criteria, indicating lack of real-world implementation and dissemination research.
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