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New treatment option for Ataxia
Official title Home-based Gait and Balance Training in Patients With Movement Disorders
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06617884
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The research project is an experimental study with three study visits at the study site at the University Hospital Düsseldorf (UKD) / Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf (HHU) and a three-week training phase in a parallel design. Patients with movement disorders (ataxia or Parkinson\'s disease) can take part.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 75
You may be able to join if
- clinical diagnosis of cerebellar ataxia or idiopathic Parkinson's syndrome
- opportunity to walk a distance of four meters unhindered at home
You likely can't join if
- other diseases with an impact on motor skills
- severe primary psychiatric illnesses
- current drug or alcohol addiction
- consumptive diseases
- poor general condition
- increased risk of falling (anamnestic fall frequency of ≥ 1x per week or as assessed by the attending physician)
See the full eligibility criteria
- clinical diagnosis of cerebellar ataxia or idiopathic Parkinson's syndrome
- opportunity to walk a distance of four meters unhindered at home
- other diseases with an impact on motor skills
- severe primary psychiatric illnesses
- current drug or alcohol addiction
- consumptive diseases
- poor general condition
- increased risk of falling (anamnestic fall frequency of ≥ 1x per week or as assessed by the attending physician)
- incapacitated patients in official or court custody or patients unable to give consent
- for PD patients taking medication: not being able to carry out the measurement in the on-phase of the medication
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Düsseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
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, 18 years to 75 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Düsseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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