Home exercise program shows promise for rare movement disorder

NCT ID NCT07561359

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a 12-week strength and functional exercise program, done at home via video calls with a physiotherapist, can improve walking, balance, and daily life in people with Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia (HSP). Twenty participants aged 16 to 70 will each experience both the exercise program and a period without it. The exercises are tailored to each person's goals and abilities, focusing on leg strength and mobility.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Individualized strength and functional exercises delivered via videoconference

What this could lead to

If it works, this could provide a safe, home-based exercise program to help people with HSP walk better and improve daily function.

What could go wrong

This is a small early-stage trial with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The exercises are done at home, so adherence and outcomes may vary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hereditary spastic paraplegia Motor Activity

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Centro de Pesquisa Clínica do Hospital de Clinicas de Porto Alegre

    Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, 90035-003, Brazil