Comparing different amounts of light to moderate exercise for veterans with moderate Parkinson's disease
Moderate versus High Volume Light-Moderate Intensity Exercise for People with Moderate Parkinson's Disease
This study is looking at how different amounts of light to moderate exercise can help veterans with moderate Parkinson's disease improve their walking, movement, and overall activity levels, so we can find out which exercise routine works best for them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Veterans Health Administration NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Decatur, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11072097 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how varying volumes of light to moderate intensity aerobic exercise affect veterans with moderate Parkinson's disease. Participants will engage in either high volume or moderate volume exercise, with the goal of determining which approach leads to better outcomes in terms of gait, motor function, and overall physical activity. The study will utilize accelerometers and other behavioral measures to assess the impact of exercise on both physical and neurological health. By focusing on veterans, this research aims to address a specific population that has not been extensively studied in this context.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans diagnosed with moderate Parkinson's disease, specifically those in stages 2-3.
Not a fit: Patients with advanced Parkinson's disease or those who are unable to participate in physical activity may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to optimized exercise prescriptions that significantly improve mobility and quality of life for veterans with moderate Parkinson's disease.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been significant research on high-intensity exercise in Parkinson's disease, this focus on exercise volume is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Where this research is happening
Decatur, UNITED STATES
- Veterans Health Administration — Decatur, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hackney, Madeleine Eve — Veterans Health Administration
- Study coordinator: Hackney, Madeleine Eve
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.