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Cut-Off Values for Gait and Balance in MS

Determination of Cut-Off Values for Gait Variability and Balance Scores in Patients With Multiple Sclerosis


Sponsor

Hacettepe University

Enrollment

60 participants

Start Date

Aug 6, 2025

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Summary

Purpose of the Study: The aim of this study is to determine the cut-off values of gait variability and limits of stability-postural sways scores in patients with MS in order to identify fall risk at an early stage and take necessary precautions. Additionally, the study aims to compare the effectiveness of these parameters in distinguishing between fallers and non-fallers. The study includes four hypotheses: H₁: Gait variability scores can differentiate between fallers and non-fallers in patients with MS. H₂: Limits of stability and postural sways scores can differentiate between fallers and non-fallers in patients with MS. H₃: Gait variability scores provide higher sensitivity and specificity than stability limits and postural sway scores in distinguishing between fallers and non-fallers in patients with MS. H₄: Limits of stability and postural sways scores provide higher sensitivity and specificity than gait variability scores in distinguishing between fallers and non-fallers in patients with MS.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

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This study is establishing reference values for walking and balance tests in people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). These benchmarks will help clinicians better identify when MS is affecting a patient's mobility. **You may be eligible if...** - You have been diagnosed with MS by a neurologist - You are 18 or older - You can walk independently (EDSS score 5 or below) - You scored 24 or higher on a standard cognitive test **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have another neurological condition that affects walking or standing (other than MS) - You have lower extremity pain or a lower limb fracture in the past 6 months - You refuse to participate or do not provide consent Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Hacettepe University

Ankara, Altındağ, Turkey (Türkiye)

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