attention) cognitive problems problems in thinking abilities (such as memory
Conditions
Interventions
A computer based speed of processing training, based on the method of
retraining, will be provided for 5 weeks (2 times a week, 60 minutes per
session) to the experimental group (intensity to be adj
Cognition
Information Processing Speed
Multiple Sclerosis
Rehabilitation
Sponsors
Vrije Universiteit Medisch Centrum
Eligibility
Age
18 Years to 64 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1) at least 18 years of age 2) confirmed diagnosis of progressive MS 3) mentally competent to give informed consent 4) able to follow instructions and to respond autonomously to questionnaires 5) sufficient motor skills to perform the computer-based trainings
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1) individuals with impaired vision to such extent that they cannot distinguish the stimuli of the SPT intervention 2) individuals with (a history of) other major neurological disorders (e.g. stroke) 3) individuals with current major psychiatric disorders (e.g. bipolar disorder) 4) individuals with a history (or current situation) of extensive drug abuse 5) no changes in medication use (antidepressants and psycho-active drugs) are allowed for the last 4 weeks (stable treatment regime) 6) individuals that already recently participated in cognitive rehabilitation (within the last year) are excluded from participation
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Change in cognitive performance and subjective well-being perceived on cognitive functioning, mood, fatigue, and quality of life before and after the interventions are the main outcome parameters. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Not applicable. | — |
Countries
The Netherlands
Outcome results
None listed