
Multiple Sclerosis Intimacy and Sexuality Questionnaire
Multiple SclerosisSexual Dysfunction1 moreAims: This study aimed to psychometrically evaluate the Turkish version of the Multiple Sclerosis Intimacy and Sexuality Questionnaire (MSISQ-15) in women with MS. Methods: The study included 130 women with MS. The Turkish linguistic validation process of the original English MSISQ-15 was performed according to standardized guidelines. Reliability analysis was evaluated with test-retest analysis and intra-class correlation (ICC). Internal consistency between the items was analyzed using the Cronbach's alpha coefficient. Item analysis results were used to assess the contribution of the items to the scale. In evaluating the validity of the scale, the relationship between the MSISQ and the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI), the Multiple Sclerosis Quality of Life Questionnaire-54 (MSQOL-54), and the Pelvic Organ Prolapse/Urinary Incontinence Sexual Questionnaire (PSIQ-12) was investigated. Psychometric properties were analyzed using internal consistency, test-rest reliability, construct validity, and floor-ceiling effect.

The 'Wearing Off' Effect of DMT
Multiple SclerosisThis is a non-interventional, cross-sectional, qualitative study in which patients diagnosed with MS and clinicians with experience treating MS will be interviewed regarding patient experiences with the wearing off effect from ocrelizumab, natalizumab, and ofatumumab

Access, Use and Opinions of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Services of People With Progressive...
Progressive Multiple SclerosisThis survey will investigate the views of people with progressive MS in terms of physiotherapy services. In particular the study will examine the proportion of people with progressive MS on the MS register who use physiotherapy services, how worthwhile they think it is for them and how they would like their physiotherapy to be delivered. This survey will also explore how physiotherapy services for people with progressive MS varies across the UK and what other types of rehabilitation services are currently used by people with progressive MS.

An Observational Pilot Study of Lumosity Computerized Cognitive Training in Subjects With Multiple...
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)In collaboration with the Mercy MS Achievement Center, Lumos Labs is proposing an open-label, 12-month pilot study of computerized cognitive training as part of the cognitive wellness program in order to evaluate (1) the user experience of Lumosity in individuals with MS, and (2) the efficacy of Lumosity for improving cognitive outcomes in individuals with MS.

Evaluate the Effect of Switching From Daily Injections of 20mg Glatiramer Acetate (GA) to 40mg GA...
Multiple SclerosisThe primary aim of this study is to observe any changes in MRI in MS patients who have switched from 20mg injections/day to 3 40mg injections/week of glatiramer acetate.

Cognitive Evolution in Tysabri Treated Multiple Sclerosis Patients - A Three Year Extension
Multiple SclerosisThis study is designed to demonstrate that Tysabri is effective in maintaining cognition in MS patients after 5 or more years of continuous treatment. During a second period of 36 months, the extension study will assess the evolution of cognitive function in Tysabri treated MS patients using the Symbol Digit Modalities Test (SDMT) and a CogState battery of tests.

D-mannose for the Prevention of UTIs in Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple SclerosisRecurrent Urinary Tract InfectionsThis is a study to explore the feasibility of using D-mannose, a commonly used food supplement, in persons with multiple sclerosis reporting recurrent urinary tract infections. Twenty persons with multiple sclerosis (10 patients using catheters and 10 not using catheters) reporting recurrent urinary tract infections will receive D-mannose 1.5 grams twice daily for 16 weeks duration. This will be explored through: Assessing compliance to a 16-week course of D-mannose Quantifying the number of prescriptions for antibiotics during the 16 weeks course of D-mannose

MSPT Device Usability Study
Multiple SclerosisThe primary objective of this feasibility study is to evaluate the functionality (e.g., as defined by the primary endpoints) of the fully integrated Multiple Sclerosis Performance Test (MSPT) device, when used by unsupervised participants with MS, or related conditions, with a broad range of disability, in multi-clinical-care environments. Secondary objectives include: Participant perception of usability of device; Participant satisfaction with the device; Ascertain the impact of different clinical environments on device usability; Ascertain impact of assistive devices in usability of device; Ascertain functionality of Bluetooth remote as compared with manual timing.

Role of Vitamin D in Reducing the Relapse Rate in Patients With Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple SclerosisVitamin D3 supplementation reduces the incidence of multiple sclerosis.Although clinical cross-sectional studies have demonstrated vitamin D3 as a positive mediator in preventing relapses and disease progression, prospective randomized control trials are nevertheless necessary to confirm these statements and to determine the most efficacious, safe, and the minimum required doses. This hypothesis is going to be tested through a randomized triple blinded controlled trial in which after randomization, one group of patients will receive vitamin D and second group will receive placebo. Both groups are going to be followed in a similar way over a period of one year with follow ups at 4, 8 and 12 months. Vitamin D levels is going to be performed at 0,4, 12 month interval. MRI is going to be done at the beginning and end of trial.The number of relapses and the physical disability will be calculated through the Expanded disability status scale (EDSS).

Longitudinal Therapeutically Non-interventional Study of MSRV-Env Burden in Normal Population
Multiple SclerosisThis study intends to explore the levels of MSRV expression by analyzing the levels of MSRV transcripts in blood, as well as the levels of the MSRV-Env protein in serum in the normal population. This study is important for establishing a baseline to analyze results obtained in MS patients (another dedicated study is performed in parallel in MS patients). The study will be conducted over one year in a cohort of healthy subjects. The MSRV RNA level, MSRV-Env protein levels, reverse transcriptase activity, inflammatory markers assessed by cytokines levels will be analysed to define control levels in the normal population and their variation during one year. The data obtained in this study in healthy controls will be compared to those obtained in a parallel similar study, GN-E-002, conducted in different types of MS patients.