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At Home Use of Stimulation Suits for Managing MS Symptoms

Belgium, Denmark70 participantsStarted 2026-03

Plain-language summary

This study is being carried out at Multiple Sclerosis (MS) centers to evaluate whether a full-body stimulation suit at home can help people with Multiple Sclerosis (pwMS) reduce symptoms like spasticity (muscle stiffness) and ataxia (poor coordination), and improve daily functioning. Can pwMS who experience spasticity or ataxia benefit from using a stimulation suit for 6 weeks? Researchers will compare two groups: an intervention group (who will use the suit) and a control group (who will not use the suit). Participants in the intervention group will: * Wear the suit for 6 weeks in total every day or every other day (1 week during their MS center admission and 5 weeks at home). * Receive their usual care in addition to wearing the suit. * Undergo clinical tests at the MS center after 1 week and 6 weeks of stimulation. Participants in the control group will: * Receive their usual care. * Undergo clincial tests at the same time points as the other group.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Eligible participants must have ataxia or spasticity alongside impairments in upper or lower extremity physical function. MAS score ≥ 1 will be used as an inclusion criterion to determine the presence of spasticity. SARA score ≥ 4 will be used as an inclusion criterion to determine the presence of ataxia. Note: one of the two criteria (MAS score or SARA score) must be fulfilled for a pwMS to be eligible. * The patient must have the cognitive abilities to understand instructions and to be able to complete the questionnaires adequately * Diagnosis of multiple sclerosis. Exclusion Criteria: * Implanted devices (like pacemaker, Baclofen pump, neurostimulator, defibrillator, shunts, ECG equipment, electronic life support, high frequency operation equipment ) * Change in disease modifying treatment within the last 3 months * Use of Botuline Toxine A within the last 3months * Recent relapse within the last 3 months * Acute musculoskeletal problems that hinder the test performance, * Pregnancy * Sizes bigger than 3XL (triple eXtra Large) * Skin eruptions and/or skin areas in the stimulation zone that are swollen, infected or inflamed.

Questions worth asking your doctor

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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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Questions for the trial coordinator

The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.

1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.

What they're measuring

NHPT+SSST score

Timeframe: After one and six weeks of stimulation for the intervention group. The control group will be assessed at the same time points.

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07202195

SponsorDaphne Kos

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2027-09

Contact for this trial

Daphne Kos

+32496107849 daphne.kos@uzbrussel.be

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