Can gait be improved by way of plantar tactile stimulation? An exploratory randomized controlled trial of the effects of prolonged wear of textured shoe insoles in people with Multiple Sclerosis

Dr Anna Hatton0 个研究点目标入组 41 人开始时间: 2015年5月4日最近更新: 2020年1月13日

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•Men and women aged >18 years, with a clinical diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis; Disease Steps grading 1-4; and ambulant over 100 metres with or without the use of an assistive device (cane/crutch).

•Neurological conditions other than Multiple Sclerosis;
•Peripheral neuropathy to a degree that would preclude the ability to perceive the textured insole;
•Currently being prescribed over-the-counter or custom-made foot orthoses;
•Cardiovascular or orthopaedic conditions including recent injury to the back or legs limiting ambulation;
•Unstable psychiatric condition;
•Cognitive impairment.
•Participants who report a formal exacerbation of Multiple Sclerosis symptoms persisting >24hrs, four weeks prior to, or at any time during, the intervention period will be excluded from the study.

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Dr Anna Hatton