NCT07151534 Body Awareness, Trunk Stability, and Arm Function in MS
| NCT ID | NCT07151534 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Hacettepe University |
| Condition | Multiple Sclerosis |
| Study Type | OBSERVATIONAL |
| Enrollment | 50 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-08-06 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-12-31 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
This is an observational study. You will not receive an experimental treatment; researchers will collect data based on your existing condition or standard treatment.
This trial targets 50 participants in total. It began in 2025-08-06 with a primary completion date of 2026-12-31.
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Brief Summary
The aim of this study is to investigate the relationship between body awareness, trunk stabilization, and upper extremity functionality in patients with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Hypotheses of the study: H1: There is a significant relationship between body awareness and upper extremity functionality in patients with MS. H2: There is a significant relationship between body awareness and trunk stabilization in patients with MS. H3: Body awareness is reduced in patients with MS compared to healthy individuals. H4: Trunk stabilization is reduced in patients with MS compared to healthy individuals. H5: Upper extremity functionality is reduced in patients with MS compared to healthy individuals.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) by a neurologist according to the McDonald criteria * Aged 18 years or older * Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) score ≤ 5 * Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) score ≥ 24 * A control group consisting of healthy individuals matched with MS patients in terms of age and sex Exclusion Criteria: * Having a neurological disorder other than MS * Having experienced a relapse and/or used corticosteroids in the past 3 months * Having an orthopedic/systemic condition affecting the upper extremities or trunk * Being pregnant * Refusing to participate or not providing written informed consent * Healthy individuals who have an orthopedic/systemic condition affecting the upper extremities or trunk, who are pregnant, or who do not agree to participate and provide written informed consent will be excluded.
Contact & Investigator
Muhammed Kılınç
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Hacettepe University
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07151534 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 10 Years or older, studying Multiple Sclerosis. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07151534 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07151534 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at beyzaozvar@gmail.com for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07151534 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye).
Who is sponsoring the NCT07151534 clinical trial?
NCT07151534 is sponsored by Hacettepe University. The principal investigator is Muhammed Kılınç at Hacettepe University. The trial plans to enroll 50 participants.
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