Effects of Torso Weighting on Muscle Activation During Balance Tests in Individuals With and Without Multiple Sclerosis

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Conditions studied: Multiple Sclerosis

In brief

Rationale: The Balance-Based Torso-Weighting (BBTW) is a patented evaluation system that uses strategic placement of small or lightweight weights on the trunk to improve balance and stability. BBTW has been found to improve the upright mobility of people with multiple sclerosis, however the mechanism underlying the improvement of balance and gait is still unknown.1-2 Purpose: The purpose of this study is to investigate the immediate effects of BBTW on muscle activation of tibialis anterior and gastrocsoleus and sway using electromyography and force plates during balance tests in people with MS and healthy controls?

Key facts

Study ID
NCT06981013
Run by
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
People needed
40
Starts
2025-03-01
Expected to finish
2026-12-01
Last updated by the study team
2025-05-20

Who can join

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

Where it is running

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