Tailored exercise may ease walking troubles for hispanics with MS
NCT ID NCT07606742
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Sep 18, 2026 · Updated 4 times
Summary
This study tests a 16-week exercise program designed specifically for Hispanic people with multiple sclerosis who have walking problems. About 66 participants will either join the exercise group or a waitlist. The goal is to see if the program improves walking ability and quality of life.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 66 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Aug 2026
- Expected to finish
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Oct 2028
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * diagnosis of MS * relapse-free in the past 30 days * self-identify as Hispanic/Latino * Patient Determined Disease Steps Scale (PDDS) score between 3.0 (gait disability) and 6.0 (bilateral support) indicates walking disability. * MSWS-12 score between 25 and 75, indicating walking disability * Willingness to complete the questionnaires and undergo randomization * English or Spanish as a primary language Exclusion Criteria: * significant exercise-related risk factors or contraindications, assessed individually using the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q; requires clearance from physician).
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
RECRUITINGHouston, Texas, 77030, United States
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