Eye-Stepping training shows promise for MS balance
NCT ID NCT07233044
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested an eight-week visually-guided gait training program in 40 people with multiple sclerosis. The training combined eye movement exercises with precision walking and obstacle avoidance to improve balance and mobility. Researchers measured balance, walking ability, and fall risk before and after the program.
What this could mean
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Active substance
visually-guided gait training (a type of physical therapy)
What this could lead to
If effective, this training program could offer a simple, non-drug way to improve balance and reduce falls in people with multiple sclerosis.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study (40 people) without a control group receiving standard care, so results may not be widely applicable. The training requires good vision and mobility, limiting who can benefit.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Kafrelsheikh University Hospital
Kafr ash Shaykh, Egypt