Comparing the effects of balance and aerobic training on brain health in people with cerebellar diseases
The Neural Effects of Balance Versus Aerobic Training in Individuals with Degenerative Cerebellar Diseases
This study is looking at how balance and aerobic exercises can help people with degenerative cerebellar diseases by seeing which type of training might slow down the disease and improve daily activities, while also checking how these exercises affect the brain.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Columbia University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10912482 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how balance and aerobic training affect the brain in individuals suffering from degenerative cerebellar diseases. The study aims to determine which type of training may better slow disease progression and improve functional abilities. Using advanced neuroimaging techniques, researchers will analyze changes in brain structure, particularly in the cerebellum, to understand the neural impacts of each training method. Participants will engage in either balance or aerobic training, and their brain scans will be compared before and after the training period.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with degenerative cerebellar diseases who are seeking non-invasive treatment options.
Not a fit: Patients with non-degenerative conditions or those who are unable to participate in physical training may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatment strategies that enhance the quality of life for patients with degenerative cerebellar diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using aerobic and balance training for improving outcomes in similar patient populations, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Columbia University Health Sciences — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Barbuto, Scott — Columbia University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Barbuto, Scott
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.