Exercise Effects in Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple Sclerosis | Multiple Sclerosis, Relapsing-Remitting | Multiple Sclerosis, Chronic...A growing body of work suggests that regular exercise can support symptom management and improve physical function for people living with multiple sclerosis (MS). Although exercise is known to be beneficial for managing many symptoms related to MS, its effects on the central nervous system, and whether these effects change with different types of exercise, are not well understood. Here, the investigators have designed a clinical trial that compares the effects of distinct exercise protocols on aspects of physical function, physical fitness, and central nervous system function. This research will be the first to compare the effects of different types of exercise on central nervous system changes in people with MS.
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Participation Requirements
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Sex:
ALL -
Eligible Ages:
18 and up
Participation Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* diagnosis of progressive MS by a neurologist
* physician clearance for exercise
* a Patient-Determined Disease Steps (PDSS) score between 3 and 7 (i.e., moderate motor disability)
* a Timed 25-Foot Walk (T25-FW) test time \> 6.0 s.
Exclusion Criteria:
* a baseline score \>24 on the Godin-Shephard Leisure Time Physical Activity Questionnaire (i.e., high physical activity levels)
* absolute contraindications to TMS (e.g. history of seizure)
* a history of any neurological conditions other than MS
* relapse in the past three months (self-reported, neurologist confirmed)
* psychiatric diagnosis
* substance abuse
Study Location
University of Regina
University of ReginaRegina, Saskatchewan
Canada
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- Study Sponsored By
- University of Regina
- Participants Required
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- Study ID:
NCT05496881