Walking and thinking at the same time may reveal hidden MS balance issues
NCT ID NCT04090996
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether asking people with multiple sclerosis (MS) to do two things at once — like walking while thinking — can uncover balance problems that standard tests miss. Researchers studied 24 people with mild MS and low disability. The goal was to see if this dual-task approach could detect early signs of instability, which might help doctors start therapy sooner.
What this could mean
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Active substance
dual-task assessment (motor and cognitive tasks performed simultaneously)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to earlier detection of balance issues in MS, helping tailor therapy sooner.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed observational study with only 24 participants. It does not test a treatment, so it cannot directly improve outcomes.
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Neurologie
Limoges, France