Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis study: Individualized Physiotherapy
Official title A Physiotherapy Intervention Study in Patients With Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07341984
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study compares a tailored physiotherapy program to usual care to see if it better supports physical function in ALS patients.
- Who it's for
- Adults diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
- What's involved
- Participants will receive either individualized physiotherapy guided by a robotic leg press assessment or standard physiotherapy, and will be monitored over time.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts 12 months, with regular physiotherapy sessions and follow‑up visits as scheduled by the research team.
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Who can take part
Adults
You may be able to join if
- diagnosis of clinically probable, probable laboratory-supported, or definite ALS (revised El Escorial criteria) or upper motor neuron only (OPM...
- age ≥18 years; ability to understand study information and provide written informed consent
- Willingness and ability to perform individualized exercise according to the study protocol (approximately three to five sessions of 30 minutes per...
- Individuals of all sexes and gender identities are eligible for inclusion
You likely can't join if
- pregnancy, tracheostomy, continuous assisted ventilation, or other significant non-ALS pulmonary disease
- other neurodegenerative or neuromuscular conditions that may confound assessments
- concomitant life-threatening disease or impairment interfering with functional assessment
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Sankt Gallen, Switzerland
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, not specified. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
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