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| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | OTHER |
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This study will examine the effectiveness of aquatic therapy on a range of MS-related symptoms such as cognition, mood, fatigue and quality of life (QOL).
Aim 1. Examine the impact of aquatic exercise on cognitive abilities. The proposed study will test the hypotheses that, compared to the wait-list control group, the treatment group will demonstrate significantly greater improvements in cognitive outcomes, specifically: processing speed, executive functioning, working memory and long-term memory.
Aim 2. The current study will examine the impact of an aquatic exercise on fatigue, mood, wellness, QOL and physical functioning. Specifically the investigators predict that aquatic exercise will lead to improvements in: 1.Fatigue 2. Health related QOL 3. Depression/anxiety 4. Self-efficacy 5. Physical Functioning (i.e. gait and walking).
Aim 3: Examine the long-term effects of aquatic exercise on all outcome measures.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
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| Treatment | Experimental | The treatment group will participate in an eight week aquatic exercise program during weeks 2-9 of the study. The aquatic exercise program will consist of 45 minute classes held 3 days/week for 8 weeks (18 hours total). The program is based on guidelines provided by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS) and will be led by an aquatic fitness instructor certified to teach individuals with MS at the YMCA in Randolph, NJ.. The exercises will focus on improving flexibility, balance and strength. Equipment such as water mitts, paddles, noodles and bands will be used to increase the level of difficulty as needed. |
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| Control | Active Comparator | The control group will participate in an eight week stretching program during weeks 2-9 of the study. The stretching program will consist of 45 minute classes held 3 days/week for 8 weeks (18 hours total). The program is based on guidelines provided by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS) and will be conducted online via a secure video-conferencing website. |
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| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
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| Aquatic Exercise Program | Behavioral | The aquatic exercise program will consist of 45 minute classes held 3 days/week for 8 weeks (18 hours total). The program is based on guidelines provided by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS) and will be led by an aquatic fitness instructor certified to teach individuals with MS at the YMCA in Scotch Plains-Fanwood. The exercises will focus on improving flexibility, balance and strength. Equipment such as water mitts, paddles, noodles and bands will be used to increase the level of difficulty as needed. |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| Cognition measured by results of standardized neuropsychological tests | standardized measures of processing speed, executive functioning, working memory and long-term memory | 8 weeks |
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| Fatigue measured by self-report questionnaires | Modified Fatigue Impact Scale (MFIS) and Fatigue Severity Scale (FSS_ | 8 weeks |
| Quality of Life measured by self report questionnaires | General QOL measured with Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS) and HRQOL measured with Health Status Questionnaire (HSQ). |
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| Name | Role | Phone | Extension | |
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| Angela Smith, MA | Contact | 973-324-8448 | asmith@kesslerfoundation.org |
| Name | Affiliation | Role |
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| Helen Genova, PhD | Kessler Foundation | Principal Investigator |
| Facility | Status | City | State | ZIP | Country | Contacts |
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| Kessler Foundation | Recruiting | East Hanover | New Jersey | 07936 | United States |
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| ID | Term |
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| D009103 | Multiple Sclerosis |
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| D020278 | Demyelinating Autoimmune Diseases, CNS |
| D020274 | Autoimmune Diseases of the Nervous System |
| D009422 | Nervous System Diseases |
| D003711 | Demyelinating Diseases |
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| Stretching Program | Behavioral | The stretching program will consist of 45 minute classes held 3 days/week for 8 weeks (18 hours total). The program is based on guidelines provided by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS) and will be conducted online via a secure video-conferencing website. |
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| 8 weeks |
| D001327 | Autoimmune Diseases |
| D007154 | Immune System Diseases |