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Could poor balance be the hidden link between MS fatigue and fear of falling?

NCT ID NCT07680049

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

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First seen Jul 01, 2026 · Last updated Sep 11, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study investigates whether balance problems explain why fatigue leads to a greater fear of falling in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). Researchers will assess fatigue, balance, and fear of falling in 40 adults with MS who can walk independently or with a device. The goal is to understand the relationship between these common issues, which could guide future therapies to improve quality of life.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If the study finds that balance problems explain the link between fatigue and fear of falling, it could point toward balance-focused therapies to reduce fear of falling in MS.
What could go wrong
This is a small, observational study that looks for patterns, not a treatment trial. It cannot prove cause and effect, and results may not apply to all people with MS.

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Study facts

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Participants

40 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jul 2026

Finished

Sep 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

The study population will consist of adults diagnosed with multiple sclerosis who are clinically stable and able to complete the study assessments. Eligible participants will be recruited from the outpatient neurology and physical medicine and rehabilitation clinics of Başkent University.

Ages

18 to 75 years

Sex

Anyone

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18-65 years * Neurologist-confirmed MS diagnosis * No relapse within the previous 30 days * Ability to walk independently or with an assistive device * Ability to understand instructions * Voluntary participation Exclusion Criteria: * Recent MS relapse * Severe vestibular disorder * Other neurological diseases * Severe orthopedic conditions affecting mobility * Recent lower extremity surgery or trauma * Cardiopulmonary conditions limiting assessment

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Conditions

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Fatigue multiple sclerosis

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Multiple sclerosis

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Üsküdar university

    Istanbul, Uskudar, 34662, Turkey (Türkiye)

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