Balance and thinking exercises for Parkinson's disease
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study compares two types of rehabilitation exercises for people with Parkinson's disease: one focusing on balance (vestibular) and one combining balance with thinking tasks (dual-task). It aims to see which is better at improving balance and daily function. If you are between 40 and 75, have mild to moderate Parkinson's, and can do cognitive tasks, you might be eligible.
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Who can take part
- You are between 40 and 75 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease (not another type of parkinsonism).
- Your Parkinson's medication has been stable for at least the past month.
- Your disease is at Hoehn and Yahr stage I to III (mild to moderate, still able to walk).
- You score at least 22 on a thinking and memory test (similar to a cognitive screening).
- You have no serious vision or hearing problems, and no other major health issues that affect walking.
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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