RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06506929

Task Specific Training for Advanced Multiple Sclerosis

The Effect of Task Specific Physical Therapy for Persons With Advanced Multiple Sclerosis

Sponsor

Hunter College of City University of New York

Enrollment

15 participants

Start Date

Jul 10, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Multiple Sclerosis

Summary

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.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 75 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study tests whether a structured, task-specific exercise program (practicing real daily activities like reaching, transferring, and self-care) can improve function and quality of life in people with advanced multiple sclerosis who have very limited mobility. **You may be eligible if...** - You have a confirmed diagnosis of multiple sclerosis - You have significant disability (EDSS score of 7.0–8.0), meaning you require significant assistance for mobility or are mostly in a wheelchair - You can read, understand, and sign a consent form **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have had an MS relapse (flare-up) in the 4 weeks before starting the study - You have bone, joint, heart, lung, or non-MS neurological conditions that would interfere with participating in the exercise program Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

OTHERTask specific physical therapy

Physical Therapy based specifically on tasks that the participant os having difficulty with

Locations(1)

Hunter College, Physical Therapy Department, City University of New York

New York, New York, United States

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