Shepherd Center, Atlanta GA
This study will test whether a treadmill-based virtual reality walking program is safe, practical, and helpful for people with multiple sclerosis (MS). Participants will complete a 6-week training program and wear smart socks that measure how they walk before, during, and after the program. The study will also track changes in balance, fatigue, fall risk, fear of falling, confidence with walking, and overall quality of life.
People with multiple sclerosis (MS) often have trouble with walking and balance, which can increase the risk of falls and make daily life harder. While therapy can improve walking in a clinic, it is not always clear if those improvements carry over to real life at home or in the community. In addition, most walking tests are done over short periods and may not show how a person moves throughout the day. This study will look at new ways to better understand and improve walking in everyday settings. Researchers will use a treadmill-based virtual reality program, along with smart socks that track…
Inclusion Criteria: * Have a clinically confirmed diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS). * Be 18 years of age or older. * Demonstrate ≥10% variability in stride length, step length, or gait asymmetry. * Can ambulate without an assistive device, with a unilateral, or with a bilateral assistive device. * Demonstrate no more than mild cognitive impairment, indicated by the Mini-Mental State Exam (score \>19). * Possess adequate cognitive function to understand and follow research instructions. * Be able to safely participate in the study and training procedures as determined by study staff. * Be…
6-week training program with 2 training sessions each week
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