Online physical activity program to improve thinking speed in people with multiple sclerosis
Internet-Delivered Lifestyle Physical Activity Intervention for Cognitive Processing Speed in Multiple Sclerosis
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO · NIH-10682475
This study is looking at how an online exercise program can help adults with mild multiple sclerosis feel better mentally and physically by improving their thinking speed and reducing feelings of tiredness, sadness, and worry.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Chicago, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10682475 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of an Internet-delivered physical activity intervention aimed at improving cognitive processing speed in individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS). The program is designed for adults with mild MS-related ambulatory disability and focuses on enhancing cognitive function while also addressing related issues such as fatigue, depression, and anxiety. Participants will engage in a structured physical activity regimen delivered online, allowing for flexibility and accessibility. The study aims to assess both immediate and long-term improvements in cognitive processing speed and overall 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 and experience cognitive processing speed impairment.
Not a fit: Patients with severe mobility limitations or those who do not have access to the internet may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in cognitive function and quality of life for individuals living with multiple sclerosis.
How similar studies have performed: Previous pilot studies have shown promising results for similar Internet-delivered physical activity interventions in improving cognitive function among individuals with multiple sclerosis.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO — Chicago, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: MOTL, ROBERT WAYNE — UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO
- Study coordinator: MOTL, ROBERT WAYNE
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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