Effectiveness of Acupuncture Treatment Applied in Addition to the Reha
Effectiveness of Acupuncture Treatment Applied in Addition to the Rehabilitation Program in Multiple Sclerosis Patients
What it found
A paper reports the results; we have not read it yet. See Papers below.
What was tested
Treatment tested
- Acupuncture
- Conventional Rehabilitation
What it measured
Main measures
Timed 25 Foot Walk Test Score
Baseline, after 1 month and 3 month changes
Disability progressionWalking and mobility
Other measures (4)
Neurogenic Bladder Symptom Scoring
Baseline, after 1 month and 3 month changes
Bladder, bowel and sexual functionQuality of life (reported by participants)Incontinence Quality of Life Questionnaire
Baseline, after 1 month and 3 month changes
Bladder, bowel and sexual functionQuality of life (reported by participants)Multiple Sclerosis Quality of Life-54 (MSQOL-54)
Baseline, after 1 month and 3 month changes
Quality of life (reported by participants)Fatigue Severity Scale
Baseline, after 1 month and 3 month changes
Fatigue
Who could take part
MS (type not specified) · 18 to 65 · EDSS 1 to 6
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Inclusion criteria
* Being diagnosed with MS according to McDonald criteria * EDSS score between 1-6 * The patient is clinically stable * Having not had a new MS attack in the last 3 months * Being cognitively suitable to participate in the study
Exclusion criteria
* Being clinically unstable * Inability to cognitively participate in tests * Having received acupuncture treatment in the last 6 months
As registered. Criteria can change, so ask the trial team or your neurologist.
About this trial
In the sponsor's words
The purpose of the study is to assess the effect of acupuncture treatment combinated with conventional rehabilitation methods on gait, fatigue, quality of life and bladder functions in patients with multiple sclerosis
Papers
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History
Started
Jun 2023
Main results due
Jan 2024
Finished
Apr 2024