Innovative Resistance Training for Multiple Sclerosis Patients

The purpose of this study is to compare the effectiveness of the current Multiple Sclerosis standard of care exercise recommendations to low-load resistance training with blood flow restriction on functional outcomes, strength, muscle size, and neuromuscular control in Multiple Sclerosis patients. This study involves completing 2 training sessions per week for 12 weeks as well as pre- and post-training assessment visits for a total of 29 visits over 14 weeks. All visits will be on UCF’s campus with a member of the research team.

Inclusion Qualifications:

Between the ages of 18 to 58
Diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis
Expanded Disability Status Score of 0 to 6.5
Able to walk 10 meters without assistance
Are willing to come in for all 29 testing visits over 14 weeks

Exclusion Qualifications:

You may not participate in this research opportunity if any of the following applies to you:

No other known cardiovascular, pulmonary, metabolic, muscular, and/or coronary heart disease
Multiple Sclerosis relapse in the past 30 days
Are not currently undergoing a rehabilitation protocol
Are not currently seeking medical care for a chronic condition that could limit exercise capacity other than multiple sclerosis
Are not currently pregnant

Participate in this Research

Submitting this form will put you in contact with the main point of contact for this project. They will provide more information and determine if you meet all of the qualifications needed.