Evaluation of the Safety and Efficacy of a Full-Body Electrostimulation Garment for Individuals With Neurological and Neuromuscular Conditions That Cause Spasticity, Hyperreflexia, and Pain

Korábbi kezelés

• No established somatic or neuropsychiatric diagnosis prior to enrollment in the study

Más betegség

• Swollen, infected, or inflamed areas or skin eruptions (e.g., phlebitis, thrombophlebitis, varicose veins, etc.) in areas where the suit will be used

Egyéb

• Implanted medical devices or equipment which can be disrupted by magnets (ex. Shunts)
• Pregnant and/or nursing

• Age 18 to 75 years old
• Medical clearance from physician
• Individuals who experience spasticity, pain, or hyperreflexia due to neurological or neuromuscular conditions or individuals with a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis or Fibromyalgia
• For participants with a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis:
  • having a definite diagnosis for at least one month
  • Ability to walk independently or with the need of support (expanded disability status scale score (EDSS) < 7).
  • Absence of relapses in the last three months
  • Demonstrating spasticity with a score of at least 1+ on the Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS)
  • Berg Balance Scale (BBS) score of ≤ 46 (associated in the literature with a risk of fall)
• For participants with a diagnosis of Fibromyalgia:
  • having a definite diagnosis for at least three months
• Able to follow instructions and inform study staff of pain and/or discomfort
• Able to ambulate 10m without body weight support with or without assistive devices and/or caregiver assistance