RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06933160

Promotion of Exercise Through Physical Therapy for Multiple Sclerosis: A Pilot Study

Promotion of Exercise for Multiple Sclerosis Through Physical Therapy (PromPT)


Sponsor

University of Michigan

Enrollment

40 participants

Start Date

Jan 28, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

Physical activity and exercise help manage symptoms like fatigue in people living with multiple sclerosis (MS). Despite research supporting physical activity participation, people with MS are often insufficiently active to reach health benefits. Promotional efforts that are sustainable within the United States healthcare system are needed. This project is a pilot randomized controlled trial examining the feasibility of a consultative physical therapy intervention for increasing physical activity engagement.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing whether a structured physical therapy program can help people with multiple sclerosis (MS) become and stay more physically active. Exercise is known to benefit people with MS, but many face barriers to starting and maintaining an exercise routine. **You may be eligible if...** - You have been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis - You are an adult (18 or older) - You are not currently meeting recommended exercise guidelines (relatively inactive) - You are able to engage in some physical activity with guidance **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have severe disability that prevents participation in exercise - You are currently enrolled in another exercise or rehabilitation program - You have a recent MS relapse (flare-up) in the past 30 days - You have other medical conditions that make exercise unsafe without medical clearance Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALPromPT-MS

The experimental intervention is a 24-week progressive exercise intervention in which participants are supported through six physical therapy visits and are provided with educational material based on social cognitive theory. The individual sessions will provide tailored support for increasing physical activity behavior towards the recommended guidelines of 2-3 moderate aerobic activity sessions and two strength-training sessions per week. There are no drugs involved in the intervention.


Locations(1)

University of Michigan

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

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