πŸ›οΈ Verified NIH Record β€’ Updated 2025-12-16

Behavioral Intervention for Physical Activity and Sexual Dysfunction in Multiple Sclerosis (NCT04768777)

🟑 Not Yet Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic 🧠 Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham

🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The prevalence of sexual dysfunction is higher among women with multiple sclerosis (MS) than women in the general population. The presence of sexual dysfunction is associated with decreased well-being and quality of life. There is limited research supporting pharmacological and other therapeutic approaches for managing sexual dysfunction in MS. Physical activity has beneficial effects on many of the consequences of MS, and physical activity represents a promising non-pharmacological approach for managing symptoms of sexual dysfunction in MS. The proposed research examines the effect of an Internet-delivered lifestyle physical activity intervention for improving sexual dysfunction in women with MS. The research proposed, if successful, will provide evidence for the efficacy of physical activity as a translatable approach for managing sexual dysfunction among women with MS.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: University of Alabama at Birmingham β€” Birmingham, Alabama

Age range: 18 Years to 45 Years

πŸ§ͺ Interventions in This Study

  • Behavioural intervention for physical activity for multiple sclerosis (BIPAMS) (BEHAVIORAL)

πŸ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" β€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria β†—

πŸ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • University of Alabama at Birmingham β€” Birmingham, Alabama

πŸ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (205) 934-0241

Email: dlein@uab.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

πŸ’° Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA Β§ 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

πŸ’‘ How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
πŸ›οΈ View Official NIH Record β†—