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Functional Intermuscular Reduction in Spasticity in MS (MS-FIRST)

Functional Intermuscular Reduction in Spasticity in MS (MS-FIRST) is a research project using combination of intermuscular electrical stimulation (IMES), followed by external functional electrical stimulation (FES) combined with treadmill training would decrease spasticity, improve muscle strength and force, with the functional objective of improved walking speed and endurance in individuals with Multiple Sclerosis. Dr. Shirley James and Bobbette Miller, both from the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, see study participants at the the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) MS Center of Excellence, where Bobbette works clinically as physical therapist.
 


Concept Behind MS-First

Concept Diagram

 

Intermuscular Dry Needling (IMES)

Dry Needling

Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) While Walking on a Treadmill

Treadmill image

Photos

Photo of group
Dr. James and Bobbette Miller with Graduate Research Assistants Hannah Madison and Cathering Brownen.