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Task Specific Training for Advanced Multiple Sclerosis

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Sponsor: Hunter College of City University of New York

Conditions: Multiple Sclerosis

Interventions: Task specific physical therapy

Countries: United States

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 overview

Sex: ALL

Age: 18 Years to 75 Years

Healthy volunteers: Yes

Study type: INTERVENTIONAL

Eligibility criteria

Inclusion 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 -

Exclusion Criteria:

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

Locations (1)

New York, New York, United States