N/A N=5 Treatment

Theory Based Intervention Program to Support Physical Activity for Individuals With Multiple Sclerosis: a Case Series

Multiple Sclerosis

Bottom Line

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Enrolled (actual)

Serious AEs

0.0%

Results posted

Aug 2020

Primary outcome: Primary: Total Steps Taken Over Course of the Study — 296,147 steps over 4 weeks

Study Design & Population

Study type: Interventional
Phase: N/A
Interventions: Motivational Interviewing (Behavioral); Wristband physical activity monitor (Device)
Age: Adult, Older Adult · 19+ yrs
Sex: All
Sponsor: Oakland University
Primary completion: Nov 2015

Outcome Measures

Outcome	Result	p-value
PRIMARY Total Steps Taken Over Course of the Study	296,147	—
SECONDARY Exercise Self-Efficacy Questionnaire	73.65; 91.75	—
SECONDARY Multiple Sclerosis Self-Efficacy Scale	48.25; 47.25	—
SECONDARY Multiple Sclerosis Impact Scale	78.25; 65	—

Summary

This study evaluates the effectiveness of personalized physical activity coaching combined with the use of a physical activity monitor to support increased levels of daily physical activity in individuals with multiple sclerosis. All five participants will receive the intervention over the four week intervention phase.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

must have a physician diagnosis of multiple sclerosis and deemed suitable for engaging in a physical activity program by their physician
must be ambulatory with or without an assistive device
must be able to speak and read English
must have a home computer or device capable of tracking and recording the daily Fitbit physical activity reports

Exclusion Criteria

participants will be excluded if any contraindications to engaging in independent exercise are identified during the intake examination by the physical therapist: cardiovascular issues or safety issues with walking.

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Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT02335450). Outcome figures and adverse-event rates are extracted automatically from the registry's posted results and are provided for clinician reference, not as a substitute for the primary publication.