Figure of 8 Walk Test in Multiple Sclerosis

Completed

• Conditions: Multiple Sclerosis
• Interventions: Other: Assesment

• Registration Number: NCT05433714
• Lead Sponsor: Kahramanmaras Sutcu Imam University

Brief Summary

Balance disorder is common in people with MS. As the disease worsens, it is associated with impaired balance, difficulty walking, decreased mobility, and an increased risk of falling. Given the prevalence and clinical significance of balance dysfunction in individuals with MS, the assessment of balance has become an important focus in MS clinical practice and research. The figure of 8 Walk Test is a standard clinical measure used to evaluate the forward walking performance required in daily life. Beyond walking straight, turning ability is required in many situations in daily life such as walking around a table, avoiding obstacles and navigating the street. The gait characteristics of walking on a straight and curved road are different. During curved walking, the center of mass of the body shifts to the inner leg as the stance time of the inner leg increases, as opposed to walking on a straight track. Compared to other standardized tests, scoring is not dependent on the subjectivity of the examiner, can be administered by a person with minimal training, and requires minimal time, space, and equipment. The test assesses the ability to quickly change direction of movement and is a timed test involving the use of assistive devices.

Detailed Description

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a progressive disease of the central nervous system characterized by demyelination and destruction of motor and sensory axons. As the disease worsens, it is associated with impaired balance, difficulty walking, decreased mobility, and an increased risk of falling. The prevalence of balance dysfunction in individuals with MS and Given its clinical relevance, the assessment of balance has become an important focus in MS clinical practice and research. The figure of 8 Walk Test is a standard clinical measure used to evaluate the forward walking performance required in daily life.In the figure of 8 walk test, two cones are placed 1.5 meters apart. The individual stands in the middle of this distance. At the start of the test, he goes around the first cone as fast as he can walk around the first cone, then when he comes to the other starting point, this time around the other cone. The elapsed time is recorded.

The aim of the study is to examine the validity and reliability of the 8-shape walking test in MS patients.

Study Timeline

• Study First Submitted: 2022-06-21
• Study First Submitted QC: 2022-06-21
• Study First Posted: 2022-06-27
• Study Start: 2022-08-01
• Status Verified: 2022-10
• Primary Completion: 2022-10-01
• Study Completion: 2022-10-06
• Last Update Submitted: 2022-10-07
• Last Update Posted: 2022-10-10

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: COMPLETED
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 50

Inclusion Criteria

• Having an EDSS score of 4 and below,
• Being between the ages of 18-65
• Willingness to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria

• Being pregnant or within the first 3 months after giving birth,
• Receiving corticosteroid therapy in the last 1 month,
• Using drugs that will affect walking in the last 1 month

Study & Design

• Study Type: OBSERVATIONAL
• Study Design: Not specified

Arm && Interventions

Group	Intervention	Description
Multiple sclerosis patient	Assesment	First day, first evaluator will perform all tests, and second day, second evaluator will perform the figure of 8 walk test.

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
The Figure of Walk Test	second day	Two cones are placed 1.5 meters apart. The individual stands in the middle of this distance. At the start of the test, he goes around the first cone as fast as he can walk around the first cone, then when he comes to the other starting point, this time around the other cone. Elapsed time is recorded

Secondary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Timed up and go test	First day	At the beginning of the test, individuals sit in a chair. A distance of 3 m is set in front of it. With the start command, he gets up from his seat and walks 3 m, turns around and walks back and sits. With the start command, the time to sit on the chair is recorded in seconds. Short duration indicates good functional mobility.
Timed 25-Foot Walk test	First day	It is an evaluation to evaluate mobility and leg functions. Individuals are asked to safely walk 7.62 m on a flat surface at their highest speed.
Four Square Step Test	First day	It aims to assess dynamic balance and step objects forward, sideways and backwards. The square drawn on the floor is divided into 4 equal parts. The number 1 is written in the lower right corner, up to 4 clockwise. With the start command, individuals are asked to step on the numbers in order.
Berg Balance scale	First day	It is a 14-item scale that measures the ability to maintain balance while performing functional tasks. Each item is scored between 0 and 4. Balance is considered good if the total score is 45 and above.

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Kahramanmaraş Sutcu Imam University; 🇹🇷 Kahramanmaraş, Turkey