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Balance and gait deficits are common in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). Physical interventions directed at improving balance and walking abilities have been implemented using various approaches. Nonetheless, no mode of training has been universally agreed upon.

To determine whether textured insoles have immediate effects on postural control and spatiotemporal parameters of gait and plantar sensation in people with people with MS and to explore effects 4 weeks after insole wear as to whether any immediate effects are maintained over time.

Within-subject experimental study with a 4-week intervention phase.

Multiple Sclerosis Center, Center of Advanced Technologies in Rehabilitation, Sheba Medical Center, Tel-Hashomer, Israel.

Twenty-five relapsing-remitting patients diagnosed with MS, 16 women and 9 men, aged 49.6 years (standard deviation = 6 …