Multiple Sclerosis Clinical Trial
Official title:
Investigation of In-phase Bilateral Exercise Effects on Corticospinal Plasticity in Relapsing Remitting Multiple Sclerosis: a Registered Report Single-case Concurrent Multiple Baseline Design Across Five Subjects
NCT number | NCT05367947 |
Other study ID # | IBEMS |
Secondary ID | |
Status | Completed |
Phase | N/A |
First received | |
Last updated | |
Start date | March 10, 2023 |
Est. completion date | October 13, 2023 |
Verified date | February 2024 |
Source | Cyprus University of Technology |
Contact | n/a |
Is FDA regulated | No |
Health authority | |
Study type | Interventional |
Relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS) is associated with changes of the corticospinal tract integrity, which is quantified by means of corticospinal plasticity. Several factors, such as exercise and interlimb coordination can influence such corticospinal plasticity. Previous work in healthy and in stroke participants showed that the greatest improvement of corticospinal plasticity occurred during in-phase bilateral arm exercises. Here, the investigators propose a concurrent multiple baseline design study which has the advantage to verify the cause-effect inference by the staggered duration through separate baseline phases. The proposed study includes five people with RRMS, who will follow an intervention protocol which includes in-phase bilateral movements of the upper limbs, adapted to different sports activities and to functional training. The aim of the study is to investigate the effects of in-phase bilateral exercises on corticospinal plasticity and on clinical measures, using transcranial magnetic stimulation and standardized clinical assessment. To meet quality standards, the present study has been designed and will be conducted according to the "What Works Clearinghouse" criteria for single case studies.
Status | Completed |
Enrollment | 5 |
Est. completion date | October 13, 2023 |
Est. primary completion date | October 6, 2023 |
Accepts healthy volunteers | No |
Gender | All |
Age group | 30 Years to 70 Years |
Eligibility | Inclusion Criteria: - Diagnosed with relapsing remitting multiple sclerosis - Expanded Disability Status Scale score between three and five - Aged between 30 and 70 years - Relapse within 30 days - Mini Mental State of Examination score between 24 and 30 (no cognitive impairment) Exclusion Criteria: - Metal implants - History of any disease affecting the central nervous system other than multiple sclerosis - History of cardiovascular disease - Mental disorders - Severe orthopedic disorders - Pregnancy - Visual deficit - Hearing impairments, - ?pileptic seizures - Spasticity level on upper or lower limbs more than 1+ (slight increase in muscle tone) according to Modified Ashworth Scale |
Country | Name | City | State |
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Cyprus | Dimitris Sokratous | Limassol |
Lead Sponsor | Collaborator |
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Cyprus University of Technology | The Cyprus Foundation for Muscular Dystrophy Research |
Cyprus,
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Type | Measure | Description | Time frame | Safety issue |
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Primary | Corticospinal Plasticity | The investigators will assess the corticospinal plasticity using single pulse Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). Following TMS recommended guidelines concerning safety and experimental conditions, bilateral cortical excitability and bilateral central motor conduction time (CMCT) will be assessed. Using electromyography (EMG) signals, the investigators will analyze bilateral cortical excitability and bilateral CMCT to determine corticospinal plasticity. The resting motor threshold (rMT) and the Motor Evoked Potential (MEP) amplitude of Abductor Pollicis Brevis muscle will define cortical excitability, while the MEP latency will be used to calculate the CMCT. To ensure methodological consistency, the investigators will collect all data by performing the same methodological procedures for both conditions (i.e., cortical excitability and CMCT) bilaterally (one side per assessment), across participants and across all time points. | Through study completion, an average 35 weeks | |
Secondary | Mini Balance Evaluation Systems Test | It measures dynamic balance, functional mobility, and gait in neurological patients, including people with multiple sclerosis. The specific test consists of 14 items, including four of the six segments (anticipatory postural adjustments, sensory orientation, reactive postural control and dynamic gait) from the Balance Evaluation Systems Test. | Through study completion, an average 35 weeks | |
Secondary | Six Spot Step Test | It is a timed walking test that involves kicking over a number of targets placed along a 5m-path in which rely to some extent on vision and cognition. The Six Spot Step Test is measured in the time domain replicating a complex range of sensorimotor functions, part of which are lower limb strength, spasticity, coordination, as well as balance | Through study completion, an average 35 weeks | |
Secondary | Action Research Arm Test | It is a 19-item observational measure used by physiotherapists and other health care professionals to examine upper limb performance (i.e., coordination, dexterity and functioning). Items covering the Action Research Arm Test are categorized into four subscales (grasp, grip, pinch and gross movement). | Through study completion, an average 35 weeks | |
Secondary | Isometric Dynamometer | We well assess the isometric muscle force of major muscle groups with the use of a hand held dynamometer, which is used in the evaluation and rehabilitation of muscle strength. Shoulder flexors, extensors, rotators, horizontal adductors and abductors adductors and abductors, elbow flexors and extensors are the major muscle groups which will be evaluated. | Through study completion, an average 35 weeks | |
Secondary | Symbol Digit Modalities Test | We will employ the oral form which assesses the information processing speed. During the test, the participant will be given two minutes to orally match symbols with digits as quickly as possible. | Through study completion, an average 35 weeks | |
Secondary | Modified Fatigue Impact Scale | It is a short questionnaire which requires the participants to describe the effects of fatigue during the past four weeks | Through study completion, an average 35 weeks |
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