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New treatment option for PARKINSON DIS
Official title Mobile Application for Gait Training in Parkinson's Disease
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07687979
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The developed mobile application provides patient-specific metronome-based auditory cues and simultaneous tactile vibrations to regulate walking rhythm. In this study, the effects of the mobile application on walking performance and balance in patients with Parkinson's disease will be examined in a single-center, controlled design.
- Time commitment: about 6 weeks
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 60 to 80
You may be able to join if
- Diagnosed with idiopathic Parkinson's disease by a neurologist based on clinical and radiological findings.
- Disease severity between stages 1 to 3 according to the Modified Hoehn and Yahr Scale.
- Able to walk at least 10 meters independently or with an assistive device.
- Being in the "ON" period of Parkinson's medication.
- Ability to use technological devices such as smartphones (scoring 35 or higher on the Digital Competence Inventory for Older Adults).
You likely can't join if
- Having neurological disorders other than Parkinson's disease that could affect mobility.
- History of knee joint surgery or traumatic injury affecting the knee joint.
- History of any surgery within the last 6 months.
- Presence of a deep brain stimulator.
- Hearing impairment.
- Cognitive impairment or inability to understand and follow the study procedures.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Diagnosed with idiopathic Parkinson's disease by a neurologist based on clinical and radiological findings.
- Disease severity between stages 1 to 3 according to the Modified Hoehn and Yahr Scale.
- Able to walk at least 10 meters independently or with an assistive device.
- Being in the "ON" period of Parkinson's medication.
- Ability to use technological devices such as smartphones (scoring 35 or higher on the Digital Competence Inventory for Older Adults).
- Fluent in reading, understanding, and speaking Turkish.
- Voluntarily participating in the study.
- Having neurological disorders other than Parkinson's disease that could affect mobility.
- History of knee joint surgery or traumatic injury affecting the knee joint.
- History of any surgery within the last 6 months.
- Presence of a deep brain stimulator.
- Hearing impairment.
- Cognitive impairment or inability to understand and follow the study procedures.
- Other physical or systemic conditions that could affect walking assessments (e.g., amputation, severe diabetes mellitus, alcohol addiction).
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Izmir, İzmir, Turkey (Türkiye)
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 study runs about 6 weeks per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 60 years to 80 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Izmir, İzmir, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.