Blood Flow Restriction for Veterans with MS

Blood Flow Restriction And Veterans With MS

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Multiple Sclerosis
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 75
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Supportive Care
Participants needed
58 (estimated)
Sponsor
VA Office of Research and Development · Federal
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for veterans with multiple sclerosis (MS) who have advanced disability. Participants will engage in a strength training program that uses a special device to improve muscle strength with lower intensity exercise.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I have been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis.
  • I am between 18 and 75 years old.
  • My MS disability level is 4 to 7.

You may not be able to join if

  • I cannot sit in a wheelchair for more than one hour.
  • My MS does not significantly impact my walking ability.
  • I have a history of blood clots or clotting disorders.
  • My blood pressure is too high.
  • I have severe cognitive impairment.
  • I experience severe lower leg muscle stiffness.
  • I have had a worsened condition or changes in medication recently.
  • I cannot perform the required leg exercises.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
There currently is a lack of evidence to support exercise interventions in people with advanced disability due to MS (i.e., need assistance to walk or use a wheelchair). This project proposes to study a strength training program using blood flow restriction (BFR) in people with advanced disability due to MS. BFR uses a device that partially blocks blood flow to the exercising limb and causes a res…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Confirmed diagnosis of MS 2. Age 18-75 3. Patient Determined Disease Steps (PDDS) 4 to 7 * PDDS 4: Early cane: I use a cane or a single crutch or some other form of support (such as touching a wall or leaning on someone's arm) for walking all the time or part of the time,…
Contacts

Mark M Manago, PT

(303) 399-8020

mark.manago@va.gov

CONTACT

Eliza A Biondi

(303) 724-9170

eliza.biondi@va.gov

CONTACT