Rhythmic exercise for freezing and walking in Parkinson's
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests a structured exercise program set to a metronome beat, which may help reduce freezing episodes and improve walking. It is designed for people with Parkinson's disease who can walk independently but experience freezing.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 55 and 75 years old.
- You have Parkinson's disease at a moderate stage (Hoehn and Yahr stage III or IV).
- You have had freezing episodes in the past month.
- You can walk 20 meters on level ground without help.
- You have a caregiver who can be with you during the exercise sessions.
- Your medications have been stable for the last month.
- You have a smartphone or computer with internet access.
- You do not have hearing loss, dementia, or other neurological or orthopedic conditions.
- You do not use a walking aid, have a deep brain pacemaker, or have vascular problems in your legs.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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