Tracking balance changes in multiple sclerosis patients over time
Quantified Balance Measures During Stance and Gait: Clinical Relevance for Multiple Sclerosis Patients in Comparison to Patients With Inner Ear Balance Problems. A Longitudinal Clinical Study.
This study is trying to see how balance changes over time in people with multiple sclerosis to help understand their condition better and improve their mobility.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 300 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Basel) |
| Trial ID | NCT02142946 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to monitor changes in balance control parameters during stance and gait in multiple sclerosis (MS) patients over time. It seeks to determine if these changes can predict the progression of MS and how they compare to balance deficits caused by vestibular disorders. Additionally, the study will explore the relationship between balance parameters and different walking speeds to provide feedback for safe mobility. By understanding these dynamics, the research hopes to enhance tracking of MS progression and improve patient outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals diagnosed with multiple sclerosis who experience balance deficits.
Not a fit: Patients who are unable to walk without a walking aid will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved monitoring and management of balance issues in MS patients, potentially enhancing their quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While similar studies have explored balance in other conditions, this specific approach focusing on MS and its progression is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Balance deficits due to inner ear disease or MS Exclusion Criteria: * Inability to walk without a walking aid
Where this trial is running
Basel
- Lab for Exp Otoneurology, University Hospital Basel — Basel, Switzerland (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: John HJ Allum, DSc — University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland
- Study coordinator: John Allum, DSc
- Email: john.allum@usb.ch
- Phone: 0041-61-2652041
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.