Functional Electrostimulation on the Upper Lip in Multiple Sclerosis

Launched by UNIVERSIDAD DE BURGOS · Oct 10, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how two different types of Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) can help improve the movement and independence of people with multiple sclerosis (MS). MS is a condition where the immune system mistakenly attacks the body, leading to problems with muscle control. The trial will compare a new method called multifield FES with a standard FES method to see which one works better for improving upper body skills in MS patients. Early results suggest that both methods help improve muscle tone, but the study aims to find out which one is more effective.

To take part in this trial, participants must be adults who can provide consent and do not have any major injuries or conditions affecting their arms, such as tendon issues or skin problems. They should also not have severe health issues or use a pacemaker. Participants can expect to receive one of the FES treatments and contribute to valuable research that could help others with MS in the future. It's important to know that the trial is not yet recruiting, so interested individuals will have to wait for it to start.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Be of legal age and sign the informed consent form.
• • Not suffer from any pathology in the upper limb such as tendinitis, oedema, fractures, etc.
• • Intact skin (no breaks, scratches, cuts, and other superficial or deep injuries) on the arm where the devices will be placed if applicable
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Severe medical problems.
• • Use of a pacemaker.
• • Pregnancy.
• • Cutaneous neuropathies.
• • Presence of other neuromuscular pathologies.