Status:
COMPLETED
Core Stability Training in Multiple Sclerosis
Lead Sponsor:
University of Plymouth
Conditions:
Multiple Sclerosis
Eligibility:
All Genders
18+ years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
The primary purpose of this study is to determine whether a 12 week Pilates based core stability training programme is effective in improving balance, mobility and balance confidence in ambulant indiv...
Detailed Description
The primary purpose of this study is to determine whether a 12 week Pilates based core stability training programme is effective in improving balance, mobility and balance confidence in ambulant indiv...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Definite diagnosis of MS, according to McDonald's criteria
- Aged 18 years or over
- Able to walk independently with or without use of intermittent or constant unilateral assistance such as walking stick or orthotic brace
Exclusion
- In relapse or relapse in previous three months
- Any medical condition contra-indicating participation in core stability exercises
- Score \< 6 on the Abbreviated Mental Test, as an indicator of those whose cognitive difficulties could interfere with the informed consent process, or the ability to fully engage in the exercise programme.
- Current or recent (within past 6 months) participation in core stability exercises
- Current involvement in another interventional research study
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
August 1 2011
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
July 1 2013
Estimated Enrollment :
100 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT01414725
Start Date
August 1 2011
End Date
July 1 2013
Last Update
March 24 2014
Active Locations (7)
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1
Merlin Centre, Bradbury House, Hewas water
St Austell, Cornwall, United Kingdom, PL26 7JF
2
Devon NHS Trust
Newton Abbot, Devon, United Kingdom, TQ12 2SL
3
University Of Plymouth, School of Health Professions
Plymouth, Devon, United Kingdom, PL6 9BH
4
Tavistock Community Hospital
Spring Hill, Tavistock, Devon, United Kingdom, PL19 8LD