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Music-Augmented Rhythmic Gait Training in Multiple Sclerosis

Music-Augmented Versus Non-Music Technology-Based Rhythmic Gait Training in Multiple Sclerosis: A Randomized Controlled Trial of Gait Performance and Clinical Outcomes

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About This Trial

This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the effects of technology-based rhythmic gait training performed with and without music on walking performance and clinical outcomes in individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS). Thirty-two participants with mild to moderate disability will be randomly assigned to either a music-assisted rhythmic gait training group or a non-music control group, with both interventions delivered via telerehabilitation. Outcomes related to gait performance, balance, fatigue, and cognitive function will be assessed before and after a four-week intervention period.

Who May Be Eligible (Plain English)

Who May Qualify: - Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) score between 0 and 4.0 Access to the internet via a high-speed smartphone or computer A score of at least 21 on the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) Functional Ambulation Scale score of Stage 3 or higher Who Should NOT Join This Trial: - Presence of hearing or visual impairments Current participation in any structured exercise program Presence of other neurological, cardiovascular, or orthopedic disorders History of MS relapse or change in disease-modifying treatment within the last 6 months Physical conditions preventing safe participation in the exercise program Comorbid conditions that adversely affect oxygen transport (e.g., severe anemia, peripheral arterial disease) Always talk to your doctor about whether this trial is right for you.

Original Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria: * Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) score between 0 and 4.0 Access to the internet via a high-speed smartphone or computer A score of at least 21 on the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) Functional Ambulation Scale score of Stage 3 or higher Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of hearing or visual impairments Current participation in any structured exercise program Presence of other neurological, cardiovascular, or orthopedic disorders History of MS relapse or change in disease-modifying treatment within the last 6 months Physical conditions preventing safe participation in the exercise program Comorbid conditions that adversely affect oxygen transport (e.g., severe anemia, peripheral arterial disease)

Treatments Being Tested

OTHER

Breathing and General Mobility Exercises

rticipants will perform standardized breathing exercises and general mobility exercises. These exercises will be delivered in the same telerehabilitation format and supervised by a physiotherapist.

OTHER

Music-Assisted Rhythmic Gait Training

Participants will perform rhythmic gait training accompanied by music. The training will be delivered via telerehabilitation with real-time supervision through videoconferencing. Sessions will be conducted four days per week for four weeks. Gait training will be guided using instructional videos presented with music accompaniment.

OTHER

Rhythmic Gait Training Without Music

Participants will perform the same rhythmic gait training program without music. The training will be delivered via telerehabilitation with real-time supervision through videoconferencing. Sessions will be conducted four days per week for four weeks. Gait training will be guided using instructional videos presented without music (silent).

Locations (1)

Biruni University
Istanbul, Zeytinburnu, Turkey (Türkiye)