Task Specific Training for Advanced Multiple Sclerosis

Description

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.

Conditions

Multiple Sclerosis

Study Overview

Study Details

Study overview

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.

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

Task Specific Training for Advanced Multiple Sclerosis

Condition
Multiple Sclerosis
Intervention / Treatment

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Contacts and Locations

New York

Hunter College, Physical Therapy Department, City University of New York, New York, New York, United States, 10010

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

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Eligibility Criteria

  • 1. definitive diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis
  • 2. Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) of 7.0-8.0
  • 3. Ability to read, understand , and sign an informed consent -
  • 1. evidence of MS exacerbation in the 4 weeks prior to starting the study
  • 2. any orthopedic, cardiopulmonary, or non-MS neurologic symptoms that will interfere with their ability to participate in the study

Ages Eligible for Study

18 Years to 75 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Collaborators and Investigators

Hunter College of City University of New York,

Herbert Karpatkin, PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR, Hunter College of City University of New York

Study Record Dates

2026-01