A personal health library to help reduce falls in patients with multiple sclerosis.
MS Falls InsightTrack (MS FIT): A personal health library to reduce falls in patients with MS
This study is testing a helpful tool called MS Falls InsightTrack that helps people with multiple sclerosis keep track of their falls and near-falls, so they can stay safer and improve their quality of life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10840894 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research develops a personal health library called MS Falls InsightTrack, designed to help patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) track and reduce their risk of falls. It combines clinical data from electronic health records with information from wearable devices and patient-reported outcomes. The tool provides real-time tracking of falls and near-falls, offering personalized action prompts to help patients manage their fall risk effectively. Accessible both in clinical settings and at home, it aims to empower patients with actionable insights to improve their safety and quality of life.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who have been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have multiple sclerosis or are under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the incidence of falls among patients with multiple sclerosis, enhancing their safety and daily functioning.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using technology to track health indicators and improve patient outcomes, suggesting that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- University of California, San Francisco — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bove, Riley Marie Browne — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Bove, Riley Marie Browne
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.