Can a 16-Week remote exercise program boost activity and ease symptoms in early MS?

NCT ID NCT06355804

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a 16-week remote physical activity program can help people recently diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (within 2 years) become more active and improve symptoms like fatigue, depression, and anxiety. Participants receive electronic newsletters, Zoom coaching, and a Fitbit to track steps. The goal is to see if this lifestyle intervention leads to better physical activity levels and quality of life compared to a waitlist control group.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: remote physical activity program with behavioral coaching and Fitbit tracking
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, home-based way to help people with early MS stay active and feel better.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 52 participants. The program may not lead to lasting changes or benefit everyone, and results may not apply to people with more advanced MS.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Motor Activity multiple sclerosis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Illinois Chicago

Chicago, Illinois, 60612, United States

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