Using virtual reality to enhance physiotherapy for multiple sclerosis patients

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 clinical trial investigates the effectiveness of a virtual reality-based program combined with conventional physiotherapy for patients with moderate to severe multiple sclerosis. The study aims to determine if this innovative approach leads to greater improvements in both motor and cognitive functions compared to conventional physiotherapy paired with a placebo virtual reality experience. Participants will attend the clinic twice a week for treatment and assessment. The trial will involve a comparison between the two groups to evaluate the potential benefits of virtual reality in rehabilitation.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Confirmed diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis based on McDonald criteria, with an evolution time of more than two years.
* All patients with Multiple Sclerosis are included according to the Kurtzke Multiple Sclerosis Disability Status Scale (EDSS) (ANNEX II) with a score greater than or equal to 6.5 (Need of two types of support to walk -two canes, walker...- about 20 meters without resting).
* Stable medical treatment for at least six months prior to intervention.
* Absence of cognitive impairment, with ability to understand instructions and to obtain a score equal to or greater than 24 on the Minimental Test.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosis of another neurological disease or musculoskeletal disorder other than MS.
* Diagnosis of any cardiovascular, respiratory or metabolic disease, or other conditions that may interfere with this study.
* To have suffered an exacerbation or hospitalization in the last 3 months before starting the assessment protocol, nor during the therapeutic intervention process.
* To have received a course of steroids, intravenously or orally, 6 months prior to the start of the assessment protocol and within the intervention period of the study duration.
* Visual disturbances not corrected by ocular devices.

Where it's running

• Asociación Mostoleña de Esclerosis Múltiple (AMDEM)
  Móstoles, Madrid, Spain Recruiting
• Fundación Esclerosis Multiple Madrid (FEMM)
  Madrid, Spain Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Marina Castel-Sánchez, PhD
• Email: marina.castel@universidadeuropea.es
• Phone: 0034 + 679448994

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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.