BBTW-MS
Effects of Balance-based Torso Weighting on Muscle Activation During Balance Tests in Individuals With and Without Multiple Sclerosis
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interventional
40
1 country
1
Study Start
March 1, 2025
Actual (reported)Primary Completion
December 2026
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Study Completion
December 2026
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Rationale: The Balance-Based Torso-Weighting (BBTW) is a patented evaluation system that uses strategic placement of small or lightweight weights on the trunk to improve balance and stability. BBTW has been found to improve the upright mobility of people with multiple sclerosis, however the mechanism underlying the improvement of balance and gait is still unknown.1-2 Purpose: The purpose of this study is to investigate the immediate effects of BBTW on muscle activation of tibialis anterior and gastrocsoleus and sway using electromyography and force plates during balance tests in people with MS and healthy controls?
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December 2026
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March 1, 2025
Actual (reported)April 25, 2025
Actual (reported)May 20, 2025
Actual (reported)December 2026
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December 2026
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Muscle Activation of B lateral gastrocnemius and tibialis anterior
Noraxon EMG will be used to measure muscle activation
Baseline and study completion, after an average of three hours
Postural Sway as measured by center of pressure displacement
Kistler Force Plate will be used center of pressure displacement in the x and y axis
Baseline and study completion, after an average of three hours
Without and with balance-based torso weighting
Without and with balance-based torso weighting
The intervention in this study is the Balance-Based-Torso-Weighting (BBTW) which will be applied on individuals with MS and healthy controls. It involves the strategic placement of weights based on the assessment of the loss of balance in three dimensions: anterior-posterior, lateral, rotational to counteract the balance loss.4 The BBTW Evaluation Tool Kit will be used to determine the location of the weights. It consists of an adjustable testing vest; rigid orthotic; five pounds worth of weights divided into 1/16, 1/8, 1/4, 1/2 lb. increments; and exam evaluation forms (www.motiontherapeutics.com).
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University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
Saint Augustine, Florida, 32086, United States
Amie Marie F Jasper, DPT, PhD
USAHS
First Submitted
April 25, 2025
First Posted
May 20, 2025
Study Start
March 1, 2025
Actual (reported)Primary Completion
Promotion of Exercise Through Physical Therapy for Multiple Sclerosis: A Pilot Study
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December 2026
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Study Completion
December 2026
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Last Updated
May 20, 2025
Record last verified: 2025-05
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