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Official title Exercise to Improve Sleep in Parkinson's Disease
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05644327
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study will investigate the impact of three common exercise modalities, cardiovascular, resistance, and multimodal (i.e., a combination of the previous two) training, on sleep quality and architecture in persons with Parkinson's disease (PD). Furthermore, the project will investigate whether the potential positive exercise-induced changes in sleep are associated with improvements in different quality of life (QoL)-related aspects.
- This is a blinded study.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 40 and older
You may be able to join if
- Persons with mild-moderate idiopathic Parkinson's Disease (Modified Hoehn \& Yahr Scale stages 0.5-3.5);
- On a stable dosage of medication during the previous month;
- Having poor sleep quality defined as a score \> 15 in the PDSS-2 and/or reporting subjective sleep complaints affecting their sleep quality;
You likely can't join if
- Having atypical parkinsonism, dementia, stroke, or any other neurological condition;
- Presenting severe untreated obstructive sleep apnea (OSA);
- Having a Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) score \<18
- Having a Beck Depression Inventory score \>31;
- Having absolute contraindications to exercise;
- Having severe osteoporosis;
See the full eligibility criteria
- Persons with mild-moderate idiopathic Parkinson's Disease (Modified Hoehn \& Yahr Scale stages 0.5-3.5);
- On a stable dosage of medication during the previous month;
- Having poor sleep quality defined as a score \> 15 in the PDSS-2 and/or reporting subjective sleep complaints affecting their sleep quality;
- Having atypical parkinsonism, dementia, stroke, or any other neurological condition;
- Presenting severe untreated obstructive sleep apnea (OSA);
- Having a Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) score \<18
- Having a Beck Depression Inventory score \>31;
- Having absolute contraindications to exercise;
- Having severe osteoporosis;
- Participating in an exercise or drug trial during the period of the study;
- Exceeding the physical activity levels recommended for the general population (≥150 minutes/week of moderate-intensity or ≥75 minutes/week of vigorous-intensity cardiovascular activity) and/or strengthening activities...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Laval, Quebec, Canada
- Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 40 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Laval, Quebec, Canada; Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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