Dual-task training to improve arm function in Parkinson's disease
Official title: Effects of Dual-Task Training on Upper Extremity Function and Muscle Thickness in Parkinson's Disease
Run by Ankara University · NCT07536542 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This trial tests whether doing dual-task training for eight weeks can improve upper-extremity function and muscle thickness in people with Parkinson's disease.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 40 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 38 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Ankara University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ankara) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | April 24, 2026 |
| Main results expected | July 24, 2026 |
| Study ends | August 1, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | June 2, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT07536542 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Adults with idiopathic Parkinson's disease, Hoehn and Yahr stage 2–3, and adequate cognitive function (MoCA ≥ 21) who can commit to the training schedule and provide informed consent.
✕Probably not a fit
Individuals with atypical parkinsonism, significant upper-extremity orthopedic issues, recent upper-extremity surgery or immobilization, or severe sensory/communication impairments may not benefit.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This interventional study compares an eight-week program of dual-task training to routine care in adults with Parkinson's disease. Participants will be assessed before and after the program for upper-extremity function, muscle thickness by ultrasonography, grip strength, and pinch strength. The study aims to determine if adding dual-task training leads to greater improvements in arm performance compared with standard care. Participants will engage in training three times per week if assigned to the intervention group. The study is conducted with lead sponsor Ankara University and collaborators at Hacettepe University in Ankara, Turkey.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, participants receiving dual-task training may experience improved arm function and muscle characteristics, potentially translating to better daily activities.
How similar studies have gone: Prior work in neuromotor rehabilitation suggests multi-task training can influence upper-limb outcomes, though applying it specifically to Parkinson's-related arm function with ultrasound-assessed muscle changes is relatively novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of idiopathic Parkinson's disease confirmed by a neurologist * Modified Hoehn and Yahr stage 2 to 3 * No medication or dosage change within the last 6 months * Cognitive capacity sufficient to understand and follow instructions, defined as Montreal Cognitive Assessment score ≥21 * Voluntary participation with written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Atypical or secondary parkinsonism * Advanced orthopedic condition affecting the upper extremity * Surgery, trauma, or immobilization involving the upper extremity within the last 6 months * Wound or dermatological condition preventing upper extremity ultrasonographic evaluation * Severe visual or hearing loss * Severe depression, psychosis, or communication difficulty * Any additional health problem preventing regular participation in the study
Where it's running
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Hacettepe University
Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Büşra Seçkinoğulları Korkusuz — Ankara University
- Study coordinator: Büşra Seçkinoğulları Korkusuz, PhD
- Email: bskorkusuz@ankara.edu.tr
- Phone: +905442436914
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.