Augmented reality exercises combining thinking and movement tasks for people with multiple sclerosis
Tests augmented reality exercises as rehabilitation in adults with multiple sclerosis.
Plain-language title generated from the registry record
Registry title: Augmented Reality-Based Dual-Task Training in People With Multiple Sclerosis
Key facts
- Where
- Sharjah city, United Arab EmiratesSee the site
Where in United Arab Emirates
- Alham Al SharmanSharjah city, United Arab EmiratesNo longer taking part
Questions to ask the study team
- How often do I need to come in, and for how long each time?
- Are travel costs paid?
- Can I keep my own doctor?
- What happens if I want to stop?
Trial details
- Who runs it
- University of Sharjah
- Trial code
- NCT07434934
- Record updated
- 5 May 2026
- Original description
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is the most common NDD affecting young people worldwide. MS can seriously affect quality of life and hinder daily functional activities. Therefore, living with MS is a daunting task for both patients and their families. With the prediction of an increase in life expectancy, it is also expected that MS will pose major challenges to healthcare providers in the UAE and globally in terms of its clinical management and financial implications. This proposed project aims to develop structured AR scenarios that integrate dual-tasking exercises commonly used in MS physiotherapy, specifically designed to meet the needs of PwMS. The primary goal is to evaluate the feasibility, acceptability, and potential benefits of these AR scenarios as a rehabilitation tool for PwMS.Read full original descriptionShow less
Development of Augmented Reality-Based Dual-Task Training to Enhance Cognitive and Motor Function in People With Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is the most common NDD affecting young people worldwide. MS can seriously affect quality of life and hinder daily functional activities. Therefore, living with MS is a daunting task for both patients and their families. With the prediction of an increase in life expectancy, it is also expected that MS will pose major challenges to healthcare providers in the UAE and globally in terms of its clinical management and financial implications. This proposed project aims to develop structured AR scenarios that integrate dual-tasking exercises commonly used in MS physiotherapy, specifically designed to meet the needs of PwMS. The primary goal is to evaluate the feasibility, acceptability, and potential benefits of these AR scenarios as a rehabilitation tool for PwMS.
Inclusion: Neurologist-confirmed diagnosis of MS according to the revised McDonald criteria and PDDS score of ≤6; Age above 18 years; Affected by relapsing remitting and secondary progressive MS; Successful completion of Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q); Presence of mild/moderate cognitive impairment (Montreal Cognitive Assessment - MoCA >18); Ambulatory for indoor and outdoor mobility with or without an assistive device but without physical assistance.
Exclusion: Relapse in the 3 months before enrollment; Acute illness or injury that would prevent safe participation in an exercise program; Presence of any other neurological conditions (e.g., stroke),; Presence of severe psychiatric illness other than anxiety or depression; According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th -Edition (DSM- V),; Presence of disabling sensory alterations (i.e. auditory and visual disturbances); Current engagement in 3 days a week or more of moderate/vigorous exercise.