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Weighted vest rehab shows promise for MS walking problems

NCT ID NCT05991297

Symptom relief Sponsor: Nermin Çalışır Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This completed study tested a new physical therapy program called deep sensory assisted rehabilitation in 40 people with multiple sclerosis. The program added exercises with a weighted vest (4-6 kg) to standard rehab, aiming to improve sensation, walking, and balance. Researchers compared results after 21 sessions to see if the new approach helped more than standard therapy alone.

What this could mean

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Active substance
deep sensory assisted rehabilitation (exercises with a weighted vest)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a new physical therapy approach to help people with MS walk better and feel steadier.
What could go wrong
This was a small, single-site study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to everyone with MS. The added weight vest could be uncomfortable or risky for some.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

40 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jun 2023

Finished

Jun 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

20 to 60 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed with multiple sclerosis * 20-60 years old * EDSS between 3.0-5.5 Those with EDSS 0-2.5 and spinal and/or cerebellar involvement * Had the last MS attack at least 3 months ago Exclusion Criteria: * schizoaffective disorder * lower extremity amputation * shortness on one side creating asymmetry in the lower extremities * diabetes mellitus * cognitive impairment (at a level that may interfere with communication)

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Conditions

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multiple sclerosis myeloid sarcoma

As listed by the trial registrant

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MS (multiple sclerosis)

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Romatem Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Hospitals Bursa Hospital

    Bursa, 16030, Turkey (Türkiye)

  • University of Health Sciences Bursa Yuksek Ihtisas Training and Research Hospital

    Bursa, Yildirim, Turkey (Türkiye)

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