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Resistance Training and Corticospinal Excitability in Multiple Sclerosis

Effects of Supervised Progressive Resistance Training on Central Nervous System Functioning (Corticospinal Excitability) and Walking Capacity in Persons With Multiple Sclerosis


Sponsor

University of Aarhus

Enrollment

54 participants

Start Date

May 1, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

The goal of the present study is to investigate effects of progressive resistance training on central nervous system functioning (corticospinal excitability (CSE)) and walking capacity in persons with multiple sclerosis (pwMS). A total of 54 pwMS will be enrolled and randomized into 1 of 3 groups: high dose resistant training (RT), low dose RT, and waitlist control.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is looking at whether resistance (strength) training can improve the brain-to-muscle signaling pathways in people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) who have walking difficulties. Researchers will measure changes in corticospinal excitability — how well the brain communicates with muscles — before and after a resistance training program. **You may be eligible if...** - You are 18 or older with a confirmed MS diagnosis - You have walking difficulties related to MS - You can travel independently to training and testing sessions - You have not done regular structured resistance training (2+ sessions/week) in the past 3 months **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You are pregnant - You have a pacemaker or metal implants - You have uncontrolled high blood pressure - You had an MS relapse in the last 2 months - You have other neurological conditions affecting the nervous system Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALProgressive resistance training

The RT exercise regime will focus on lower extremity exercises (60-90% of 1 repetition maximum) as well as incorporating functional exercises.


Locations(2)

Department of Public Health

Aarhus, Central Jutland, Denmark

Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports, University of Copenhagen

Copenhagen, Copenhagen N, Denmark

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