Role of Virtual Reality in MS Rehabilitation
Robotic Gait Training in Multiple Sclerosis: a Randomized Clinical Trial Evaluating Virtual Reality Role
What it found
We found no results in the registry or in papers.
This trial finished 12 years ago. We found no results in the registry or in any paper that cites it.
What was tested
Treatment tested
- Lokomat
What it measured
Main measures
Berg Balance Scale
Up to 14 weeks
Walking and mobility
Other measures (1)
Coping Orientation to Problem Experienced
Up to 14 weeks
Bladder, bowel and sexual function
Who could take part
MS (type not specified) · 30 to 65 · EDSS 3.5 to 6.0
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Inclusion criteria
* Severe walking disability with Expanded Disability Status Score (EDSS) between 3.5 and 6.0 (Pyramidal subitem ≥3) * Montreal Cognitive Assessment score ≥24 * Absence of concomitant neurological or orthopedic conditions that may interfere with ambulation.
Exclusion criteria
* MS relapse during the three months prior to recruitment * Not well defined pharmacological therapy; presence of paroxysmal vertigo * Lower limb botulinum toxin injections within the previous 12 weeks * Cardiorespiratory instability high-risk of spontaneous fracture * Lower-limb skin lesions and phlebitis/thrombosis * More than 130kg body weight
As registered. Criteria can change, so ask the trial team or your neurologist.
About this trial
In the sponsor's words
Objective: To investigate the role of virtual reality (VR) paired with robotic-assisted gait training (RAGT) compared with RAGT alone in patients with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Method: A Randomized, double-blind, controlled clinical trial was carried out in forty patients with relapsing remitting MS. All patients were randomized into two groups. One group practiced Lokomat without VR (group G1), the other one the Lokomat with VR (G2). Both the groups performed 40-1h-training sessions by Lokomat (for 3 times a week). A skilled-blinded neurologist and psychologist administered clinical and neuropsychological scales. All the clinical tests were performed at the beginning (T0) and at the end (T1) of the rehabilitative program.
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History
Started
Jan 2014
Main results due
Aug 2014
Finished
Jan 2015