Eccentric Exercise for Fatigue in Multiple Sclerosis
Eccentric Exercise and Fatigue in Multiple Sclerosis
Recruiting
Observational Study
Multiple Sclerosis
Fatigue
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 – 75
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 30 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Hunter College of City University of New York · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) to see how different types of exercise affect fatigue. Participants will try two types of resistance training over two weeks and report their fatigue levels.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I have been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis
- I can walk continuously for 6 minutes
- I can read, understand, and sign an informed consent form
You may not be able to join if
- I have had a recent MS flare-up in the last 2 months
- I have a condition affecting my bones, heart, or lungs that would complicate the study
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
The goal of this observational study is to compare the impact of eccentric resistance training to traditional resistance training on fatigue in persons with multiple sclerosis (MS). The primary question this study is asking is the following: is eccentric resistance training more fatiguing than traditional resistance training in persons with MS?. Participants will be asked to come for two sessions …
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Definitive diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis.
* Ability to walk for 6 minutes continuously with or without assistive device
* Ability read, understand and sign and informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
* Evidence of recent exacerbation in the last 2 months prior to starting the…
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