Examining the effects of cooling on balance in people with Multiple Sclerosis

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study investigates how wearing a cooling vest affects balance performance in individuals with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Participants will undergo balance testing while wearing the cooling vest and compare their performance to a non-cooled condition. The study aims to determine if cooling can improve balance, which is often compromised in MS patients due to thermosensitivity. Results will be shared through professional conferences and peer-reviewed publications to inform physical therapy practices.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria: 1-Definitive diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis 2-Capable of standing unassisted for at least 1 minute 3-ability to read and understand an informed consent 4- age 18-75

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Any orthopedic, cardiopulmonary, or non-MS neurologic complication that would interfere with balance because it is study on Multiple Sclerosis.
2. Under age 18 or over 75

Where it's running

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

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Herbert Karpatkin, Dsc — Hunter College Physical therapy Department, City University of New York
• Study coordinator: Herbert Karpatkin, DSc
• Email: hkarpatk@hunter.cuny.edu
• Phone: 212-396-7115

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.