Task Specific Training for Advanced Multiple Sclerosis

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Conditions studied: Multiple Sclerosis

In brief

The purpose of this study is to find effective physical therapy treatments for individuals who have severe multiple sclerosis. Physical therapy treatments for mild-to-moderate multiple sclerosis exists, however, very limited research has been done for physical therapy for severe multiple sclerosis (MS). In this study 10 participants diagnosed with severe MS will engage in 1-hour physical therapy sessions twice a week for 6 weeks to address limitations in standing, balancing, and bed mobility.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT06506929

Run by

Hunter College of City University of New York

People needed

15

Starts

2024-07-10

Expected to finish

2026-01-01

Last updated by the study team

2024-07-19

Who can join

Age: 18 and older, up to 75. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.

You may qualify if…

• definitive diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis
• Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) of 7.0-8.0
• Ability to read, understand , and sign an informed consent -

You may not qualify if…

• evidence of MS exacerbation in the 4 weeks prior to starting the study
• any orthopedic, cardiopulmonary, or non-MS neurologic symptoms that will interfere with their ability to participate in the study

Where it is running

• Hunter College, Physical Therapy Department, City University of New York — New York, New York, United States (enrolling)

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