Increasing physical activity with gamification in Parkinson's
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial tests if adding game-like elements to a fitness tracker program helps Veterans with Parkinson's disease become more active. It uses a Fitbit and a special platform to encourage walking.
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Who can take part
- You are a Veteran.
- You have a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease.
- Your Parkinson's medications have been stable (no recent changes).
- You don't have other medical conditions that make it unsafe to increase activity.
- You have access to a smartphone, tablet, or computer that works with Fitbit and the study's app.
- You have not had more than 2 falls in the past year.
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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