Assessing balance confidence and fear of falling in Parkinson's disease patients
Balance Confidence, Kinesiophobia, and Associated Factors in Parkinson's Disease: A Controlled Study
This study looks at how confident people with Parkinson's disease feel about their balance and their fear of falling compared to healthy volunteers.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 62 (estimated) |
| Ages | 50 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Beylikduzu State Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Istanbul, Beylikdüzü) |
| Trial ID | NCT06751797 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study involves 31 patients aged 50-80 years diagnosed with idiopathic Parkinson's disease and 31 healthy volunteers. It aims to evaluate the mental and functional status of Parkinson's patients using various scales, including the Mini-Mental State Examination and the Movement Disorder Society Unified Parkinson's Disease Rating Scale. Additionally, the study will assess balance confidence, overall balance, fear of falling, and kinesiophobia levels through specific assessment tools. No interventions will be administered, focusing solely on observational data collection.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals aged 50-80 years with a diagnosis of idiopathic Parkinson's disease at Modified Hoehn-Yahr stages 1-3.
Not a fit: Patients with neurological or musculoskeletal conditions other than Parkinson's disease or those with psychiatric disorders may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of balance confidence and fear of falling in Parkinson's disease, potentially leading to improved patient management strategies.
How similar studies have performed: While similar studies have explored aspects of balance and fear of falling in Parkinson's disease, this specific observational approach is less common and may provide novel insights.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of Idiopathic Parkinson's Disease by a neurology specialist. * Modified Hoehn-Yahr Staging Scale classification between stages 1-3. * Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) score of 24 or higher. * Age between 50-80 years. * Volunteered to participate in the study. Exclusion Criteria: * Use of medications, apart from routine Parkinson's disease treatments, that could affect balance or muscle strength. * Presence of neurological or musculoskeletal conditions other than Parkinson's disease. * Refusal to participate in the study. * Presence of psychiatric disorders. * Presence of cognitive impairments.
Where this trial is running
Istanbul, Beylikdüzü
- Beylikdüzü State Hospital — Istanbul, Beylikdüzü, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Büşra Şirin Ahısha, MD
- Email: bsrn080@gmail.com
- Phone: 02124443322
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.