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New balance test could help MS patients avoid falls

NCT ID NCT07307755

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Sanko University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested whether a modified version of the O'Sullivan Functional Balance test is a reliable way to measure balance in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). 44 volunteers with MS completed several balance and walking tests. The goal is to give clinicians a simple, fast tool to assess balance problems and guide rehabilitation.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this could give doctors a quick, reliable tool to assess balance in MS patients, helping to plan better rehabilitation and reduce fall risk.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study focused on measurement accuracy, not a treatment. The test may not prove useful in all patients or settings.

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Study facts

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Participants

44 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Aug 2025

Finished

Dec 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Patients admitted to the Neurology Outpatient Clinic of SANKO University Sani Konukoğlu Application and Research Hospital with a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis

Ages

18 to 65 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Participants aged 18-65 years * Volunteers participating in the study * Individuals not using any assistive devices * Individuals unable to maintain the tandem stance test for more than 10 seconds * Individuals with an Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) score ≤ 5.5 Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnant or within the first 3 months postpartum * Received corticosteroid treatment within the last month * Took any medication affecting walking ability within the last month

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

multiple sclerosis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Balance Multi̇ple sclerosi̇S Reli̇abi̇li̇ty Vali̇di̇ty

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Sanko Unıversıty

    Gaziantep, şehitkamil, 27090, Turkey (Türkiye)

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