Examining the Effects of a Remotely-delivered, Racially-tailored Exercise Training Program for Immediate and Sustained Improvements in Walking Dysfunction, Symptoms, and Health-related Quality of Life (HRQOL) Among African-Americans With Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Residing in Rural Environments. (TEAAMS)
Multiple Sclerosis
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Multiple Sclerosis focused on measuring Rural, Walking dysfunction, Health-Related Quality of Life, African-American
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
- English as primary language
- Identify as African-American or Black
- Age of 18 years or older
- Diagnosis of MS
- Relapse free in the past 30 days
- Internet and email access
- Willingness to complete the outcome questionnaires
- Willingness to undergo randomization
- Insufficient physical activity (not meeting current physical activity guidelines based on GLTEQ)
- Mild-moderate ambulatory disability (MSWS-12 score between 25-49 & PDDS score between 2-4)
Exclusion Criteria:
- Individuals not meeting above inclusion criteria
- Individuals with moderate to high risk for contraindications of possible injury or death when undertaking strenuous or maximal exercise (PARQ).
Sites / Locations
- University of Illinois at ChicagoRecruiting
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Arm 2
Experimental
Sham Comparator
Guidelines for Exercise in Multiple Sclerosis (GEMS)
FLEX Stretching and Toning Program
Participants in this condition will receive a 4-month home-based, remotely supported aerobic and resistance exercise program based on the Guidelines for Exercise in Multiple Sclerosis (GEMS).
Participants in this condition will receive a 4-month home-based, remotely supported stretching program emphasizing flexibility and range of motion as important components of fitness based on Stretching for People with MS: An Illustrated Manual from the National MS Society.