Table 2.
Result of physiological profile assessment of the MS and control groups.
| MS | Control | p value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall risk (z-score) | 1.24 (0.46–1.97) | −0.17 (−0.79–0.57) | p < 0.01 |
| Visual contrast sensitivity (dB) | 20 (19–21) | 21 (20–21.5) | p = 0.05 |
| Reaction time (ms) | 268.6 (239.5–268.6) | 235.4 (214.7–235.4) | p = 0.04 |
| Proprioception (degrees) | 3.2 (1.7–5.2) | 2 (1.1–3.2) | p = 0.05 |
| Quadriceps strength (kg) | 20.7 (15.7–26.7) | 28.5 (20.7–35.9) | p = 0.02 |
| Postural sway AP (mm) | 23.0 (18.8–41.0) | 18.0 (11.5–20.5) | p = 0.02 |
| Postural sway ML (mm) | 36.0 (23.0–60.0) | 20.0 (11.0–22.5) | p < 0.01 |
Note: values are given in median (IQR).