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13 Recruiting Trials

Clinical Trials
for Multiple Sclerosis in Kansas

13 clinical trials for Multiple Sclerosis are currently recruiting participants at study sites in Kansas. Study-related care is provided at no cost.

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Multiple Sclerosis clinical trials in Kansas: what to expect

Multiple sclerosis trials divide into relapsing and progressive forms. Relapsing MS studies test new oral and infused disease-modifying therapies, usually against an approved medicine rather than a placebo. Progressive MS has fewer approved options, so trials there test drugs meant to slow disability, protect nerves or repair myelin, and often do use a placebo. Alongside these are trials of rehabilitation, exercise, diet, fatigue and bladder treatments, and studies that simply follow people over time with MRI and blood tests.

In Kansas, recruiting multiple sclerosis studies are concentrated in Kansas City, Roeland Park, Overland Park and Fairway, with sites in 7 other cities. 9 of the 13 are run by a drug or device company, which usually means a larger study with travel reimbursement; the rest are academic or hospital-led.

Who multiple sclerosis trials usually look for

Listings state the type of MS, an age range (commonly 18 to 55 for relapsing trials, up to 65 for progressive) and a disability score range measured by the study neurologist. Relapsing trials usually want a relapse or new MRI activity in the past one to two years. Drug trials require a washout from your current therapy, which varies from weeks to months by drug and is managed by the site. Symptom and rehabilitation trials let you stay on your treatment.

What taking part involves

Screening includes a neurological exam, blood work and an MRI. Drug trials then run one to three years with visits every one to three months, an MRI every six to twelve months and a relapse assessment whenever symptoms change. Relapses are treated as normal. The study drug, scans and visits are free, and an extension usually lets everyone continue the active treatment afterwards. Rehabilitation trials involve sessions over eight to twenty-four weeks with walking, hand and cognition tests.

Questions worth asking the study team

What the comparison treatment is; how the washout from your current therapy is handled and how long it lasts; how many MRIs are needed; whether there is an extension; and what happens if you relapse during the study.

Showing 13 of 13 recruiting Multiple Sclerosis trials in Kansas

A Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Remibrutinib in Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis
PHASE3 Birmingham, Alabama +4 sites NCT07225504
This trial is looking for adults aged 18-65 with secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (SPMS). Participants will take the medication remibrutinib and have regular assessments to evaluate its effects.
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A Study to Evaluate the Efficacy, Safety and Tolerability of BMS-986368 in Participants With Multiple Sclerosis Spasticity
PHASE2 Birmingham, Alabama +4 sites NCT06782490
This trial is looking for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) who experience muscle stiffness for at least 6 months. Participants will help evaluate the safety and effectiveness of a new treatment.
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Treatment of Participants With Primary or Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis
PHASE1 Kansas City, Kansas +4 sites NCT07477639
This trial is looking for adults with two types of Multiple Sclerosis called primary progressive or secondary progressive MS. Participants will receive a treatment called TRX319 and will undergo tests to check the treatment's safety and effectiveness over about a year.
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Efficacy of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia to Treat Insomnia Symptoms in Individuals With Multiple Sclerosis
PHASE2 Kansas City, Kansas NCT06428006
This trial is looking for adults with multiple sclerosis who struggle with insomnia. Participants will receive cognitive behavioral therapy to help improve their sleep symptoms and overall quality of life.
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Dry Needling in Multiple Sclerosis
NA Kansas City, Kansas NCT06394310
This trial is looking for people with Multiple Sclerosis who experience muscle tightness in their lower legs. Participants will receive dry needling treatment, which uses tiny needles to help reduce stiffness and improve mobility.
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A Study Evaluating the Real World Experience of Participants Treated With BRIUMVI® (Ublituximab-xiiy) for Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS)
N/A Birmingham, Alabama +4 sites NCT06433752
This trial is looking for people with a confirmed diagnosis of relapsing multiple sclerosis who are starting treatment with BRIUMVI®. Participants will receive the medication and share their experiences and results during the study.
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Efficacy and Safety of Remibrutinib After Switching From Ocrelizumab in Participants Living With Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis.
PHASE3 Scottsdale, Arizona +4 sites NCT06846281
This trial is looking for people with relapsing multiple sclerosis who have been treated with ocrelizumab and want to switch to remibrutinib. Participants will take remibrutinib and their health will be monitored.
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A Study of Orelabrutinib in Patients With Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis
PHASE3 Phoenix, Arizona +4 sites NCT07299019
This trial is looking for people with Secondary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis who have not had a clinical relapse for at least 2 years. Participants will receive either orelabrutinib or a placebo for 1 to 5 years.
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A Study of Orelabrutinib in Patients With Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis
PHASE3 Pheonix, Arizona +4 sites NCT07067463
This trial is looking for people with Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis (PPMS). Participants will take either the study drug orelabrutinib or a placebo for about 30 to 60 months, with at least 12 months of treatment.
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Comparing Telehealth-Delivered CBT-I to Web-Based CBT-I to Enhance Sleep, Reduce Fatigue, and Promote Neuroprotection
PHASE2 Kansas City, Kansas NCT06434571
This trial is looking for adults with multiple sclerosis who have trouble sleeping. Participants will receive either one-on-one telehealth therapy or use a web-based program to help improve their sleep over six weeks.
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Study to Evaluate Safety, Efficacy and Pharmacokinetics (PK) of a Modified Regimen of Ublituximab
PHASE3 Birmingham, Alabama +4 sites NCT05877963
This trial is looking for people with relapsing multiple sclerosis. Participants will receive a modified treatment of ublituximab and help researchers understand its effectiveness and safety.
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RE104 Safety and Efficacy Study in Adjustment Disorder in Cancer and Other Medical Illnesses
PHASE2 Birmingham, Alabama +4 sites NCT07002034
This trial is looking for people who have been diagnosed with Adjustment Disorder due to cancer or certain other health conditions. Participants will receive a single dose of the study drug to see if it helps reduce their depressive or anxiety symptoms.
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Testing an Immunotherapy Anti-cancer Drug, Nivolumab, for Advanced Cancers in Patients With Autoimmune Disorders, AIM-NIVO
PHASE1 Birmingham, Alabama +4 sites NCT03816345
This trial is looking for adults with advanced cancers who also have autoimmune disorders. Participants will receive treatments that may include the drug nivolumab and possibly others to see how well they work together.
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Where the Multiple Sclerosis studies are in Kansas

Research sites running the most studies
  • University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City4 trials
  • University of Kansas Hospital, Kansas City2 trials
  • HaysMed, Hays1 trial
  • KC Research Center, PA Neurology Research Department, Roeland Park1 trial
  • KC Research Center, PA Neurology Research Dept, Roeland Park1 trial
  • Lawrence Memorial Hospital, Lawrence1 trial
By city

Counts are recruiting studies listing at least one site in Kansas, from ClinicalTrials.gov, refreshed every two days.

Multiple Sclerosis clinical trials in Kansas: common questions

How many Multiple Sclerosis clinical trials are recruiting in Kansas?
TrialFinder currently lists 13 recruiting Multiple Sclerosis clinical trials with study sites in Kansas. Results are updated regularly from ClinicalTrials.gov, the official U.S. registry of clinical studies.
Where are Multiple Sclerosis clinical trials located in Kansas?
Study sites for the Multiple Sclerosis trials listed on this page include Kansas City. Each trial page lists every participating site with contact details, so you can find the location closest to you.
Do I need insurance to join a Multiple Sclerosis clinical trial in Kansas?
No. Study-related care is covered by the trial sponsor at no cost to participants, including the study treatment, required lab tests and study visits. Many Multiple Sclerosis trials in Kansas also compensate participants for time and travel. Health insurance is not required to search or enroll.
How do I qualify for a Multiple Sclerosis clinical trial in Kansas?
Each study sets its own criteria based on age, Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis details, prior treatments, current medications and general health. The fastest way to find out is to contact a research site directly — most will pre-screen you by phone in 10 to 15 minutes at no charge. You can also create a free TrialFinder profile to be matched automatically.
Will I get a placebo instead of MS treatment?
In relapsing MS almost never: trials compare the new drug with an approved medicine, so everyone is treated. Progressive MS trials more often use a placebo because fewer approved treatments exist, and an extension usually follows.
Do I need to stop my current MS medicine to join?
For a drug trial, yes, after a washout that depends on your current medicine and is supervised by the study neurologist. Trials of rehabilitation, diet or symptom treatments let you continue it.
What is an EDSS score?
The Expanded Disability Status Scale, a 0 to 10 score a neurologist assigns from an exam, mostly based on walking. Trials set a range, and the study neurologist scores you at screening; you do not need to know it in advance.
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