Could your menstrual cycle affect MS symptoms? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT07081594
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at how natural hormone changes during the menstrual cycle impact brain-to-muscle communication, learning new motor skills, and fatigue in women with multiple sclerosis. Researchers will measure these factors at different cycle phases in 14 participants. The goal is to understand if certain phases are better for rehabilitation, potentially leading to more personalized therapy timing.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help tailor rehabilitation timing to menstrual cycles for better outcomes in females with MS.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small observational study (14 participants) and only looks at short-term effects. Results may not apply to all people with MS.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States
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