Training to improve balance and gait in Parkinson's disease
Gait-initiation Related APA Training in Individuals With Parkinson Disease -Explicit Training and Paired Associative Stimulation(PAS) Priming
This study is testing if special balance training and brain stimulation can help people with Parkinson's disease improve their balance and movement in everyday life.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Chang Gung University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Taoyuan) |
| Trial ID | NCT06363071 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This research investigates the relationship between brain excitability and balance function in patients with Parkinson's disease, focusing on effective physical therapy methods. It aims to explore how paired associative stimulation (PAS) and anticipatory postural adjustments (APA) training can enhance motor performance and safety in daily activities. The study will evaluate different stimulation parameters to optimize brain excitability regulation and assess the impact of balance exercise training on functional performance.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals with a clinical diagnosis of Parkinson's disease.
Not a fit: Patients with musculoskeletal injuries on their legs or osteoporosis may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve balance and gait stability in patients with Parkinson's disease, enhancing their quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promise in using electrical stimulation to enhance brain excitability in both healthy individuals and those with Parkinson's disease, suggesting potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Health subjects: Exclusion Criteria: * Musculoskeletal injuries on legs. * Osteoporosis. PD subjects: Inclusion Criteria: - Clinical diagnosis of Parkinson disease. Exclusion Criteria: * Musculoskeletal injuries on legs * Osteoporosis. * Any peripheral or central nervous system injury or disease patients.
Where this trial is running
Taoyuan
- Chang Gung University — Taoyuan, Taiwan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Ya-Ju Chang, PhD
- Email: yjchang@mail.cgu.edu.tw
- Phone: +88632118800
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.