Rehabilitation of functional muscle and motor capacity in neurodegener
Rehabilitation of functional muscle and motor capacity in neurodegenerative disease: a single centre placebo-controlled Multiple Sclerosis research trial
What it found
We found no results in the registry or in papers.
This trial finished 18 years ago. We found no results in the registry or in any paper that cites it.
What it measured
Main measures
Measured at baseline, mid- (after 10 weeks intervention) and post-treatment (after 20 weeks of intervention): 1. Maximal isometric muscle strength of knee-extensors and flexors 2. Isotonic and isokinetic dynamic muscle strength using an isokinetic dynamometer 3. Functional performances 4. Blood samples 5. Motor control (surface electromyography [sEMG], in-phase and anti-phase motor coordination te
Physical functionQuality of life (reported by participants)
Other measures (1)
1. Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) measured before and after each training session 2. Borg Scale measured after each training session
Who could take part
MS (type not specified) · EDSS 0.5 to 3
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Inclusion criteria
Inclusion: 1. MS patients (Expanded Standard Disbility Status Scale [EDSS] 0.5 - 3) that have functional muscle and motor functional disabilities 2. Males and females aged 20 - 65 years 3. 24-week availability Exclusion: 1. Any pathology that is a contra-indication for rehabilitation training 2. Wheelchair dependency 3. No present physiotherapy (preferably)
Exclusion criteria
Not separately supplied in the registry.
As registered. Criteria can change, so ask the trial team or your neurologist.
About this trial
In the sponsor's words
Not provided at time of registration
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History
Started
Nov 2005
Finished
Dec 2007