Wearable sensors to predict falls in Parkinson's
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study uses small wearable sensors to measure how you walk and move. The goal is to better track Parkinson's symptoms and predict falls, so your care can be more personalized.
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Who can take part
- You must have a Parkinson's diagnosis from a specialist.
- Your Parkinson's must be in early or mid-stage (Hoehn & Yahr I to III).
- You can walk and stand on your own for at least 2 minutes.
- You must be able to travel to Northumbria University in Newcastle for the study visits.
- You should not have other serious brain or nerve conditions (like stroke or Alzheimer's).
- You must have no leg or foot injury in the past 6 weeks.
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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