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NCT Number: NCT06102148

The Effect Of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Techniqueson in Patients With Multiple Sclerosis

The aim of this study is to examine the effects of PNF techniques on pain, motor function, fatigue and quality of life.

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Key information

Conditions

Multiple Sclerosis Autoimmune Diseases Autoimmune Diseases of the Nervous System Demyelinating Autoimmune Diseases, CNS Demyelinating Diseases Fatigue Immune System Diseases Nervous System Diseases Neurologic Manifestations Pain Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Signs and Symptoms

Age range

18 year–65 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Ondokuz Mayıs University

Samsun, 55270, Turkey (Türkiye)

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • a clinical diagnosis of Relapsing-Remitting MS (RRMS) as defined by McDonald criteria
  • 18-65 years of age
  • an Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) score < 4
  • relapse-free for the last 3 months
  • cognitive impairment that was defined with mini mental test.

Exclusion criteria

  • a history of different neurological diseases
  • having any contraindication for exercise
  • having orthopedic, vision, hearing, or perception problems.

Treatment and study plan

PNF Group

Other

Exercise training and PNF training

Control Group

Other

Exercise training

Primary outcomes

  1. Visual Analogue Scale (VAS)

    Time frame: through study completion, an average of 1 year

    Pain

  2. Multiple Sclerosis Quality of Life-54 (MSQoL-54)

    Time frame: through study completion, an average of 1 year

    Quality of Life

  3. Fatigue Severity Scale and Fatigue Impact Scale (FIS)

    Time frame: through study completion, an average of 1 year

    Fatigue

  4. Timed Up and Go (TUG)

    Time frame: through study completion, an average of 1 year

    Mobility and Balance

  5. The Six-Minute Walk Test (6-MWT)

    Time frame: through study completion, an average of 1 year

    Functionality

  6. Hand Dexterity

    Time frame: through study completion, an average of 1 year

    Hand Dexterity

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Nilay Comuk Balci

Other

Registry information

Official study title

The Effect Of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Techniqueson Pain, Motor Functions, Fatique and Health Related Quality of Life in Patients With Multiple Sclerosis: A Randomized, Single-blind Study.

Important dates

Study start
2021
Primary completion
2022
Study completion
2022
First posted
Oct 26, 2023
Registry last updated
Oct 26, 2023

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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