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Table 3 Baseline data collection variables

From: Task-oriented exercise effects on walking and corticospinal excitability in multiple sclerosis: protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Variables

Age (years)

Sex

Gender (optional)

Height

Weight

BMI

Type of MS

Year of MS onset (e.g., first symptom)

Year of MS diagnosis (by a neurologist)

Most recent relapse (month/year)

Patient Determined Disease Steps

Walking aid or assistive devices

More affected side (upper and lower body)

Medications (including disease-modifying therapy)

29-Item Multiple Sclerosis Impact Scale

Clinical MRI availability

Other health conditions

Employment/Work status

Typical Day

Fall history past 7 days

Fall history complete/triggers

Godin Physical Activity/Leisure Questionnaire

TMS contraindications

  1. Notes: BMI: body mass index; MS: multiple sclerosis; MRI: magnetic resonance imaging; TMS: transcranial magnetic stimulation