Mind over MS: mental training may boost walking and ease fatigue

NCT ID NCT05377476

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Hacettepe University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested whether adding mental imagery (imagining movements) or action observation (watching movements) to standard physical therapy could help people with multiple sclerosis. 48 adults with MS took part. The goal was to see if these techniques improve walking distance, balance, fatigue, and trunk control. The study is complete, and results may show if these simple add-ons offer extra benefits.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Motor imagery training and action observation training added to standard rehabilitation
What this could lead to: If effective, these mental training techniques could offer simple, low-cost ways to improve walking and reduce fatigue in people with MS.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study with only 48 participants. The results may not apply to everyone with MS, and the benefits might be modest or not last long.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Fatigue 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

Hacettepe University

Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)

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