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NCT05982730 | RECRUITING | Parkinson Disease

SegwayPD: The Effect of Sensory-augmented Postural Training Using Segway on Motor and Cognitive Function in Individuals With Parkinson's Disease
Sponsor:

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

Information provided by (Responsible Party):

Yassin appeared

Brief Summary:

The purpose of this study is to examine the safety and efficacy of postural training emphasized on the integration of multiple sensory information into motor control in individuals with PD. This project is a proof-of-concept study to assess the effectiveness of postural training using Segway, which serves a platform to provide augmented and continuous proprioceptive and visuospatial information during postural training.

Condition or disease

Parkinson Disease

Intervention/treatment

Sensory-Augmented Postural Training

Phase

NA

Detailed Description:

The purpose of this study is to examine the safety and efficacy of postural training emphasized on the integration of multiple sensory information into motor control in individuals with PD (Parkinson's disease). This project is a proof-of-concept study to assess the effectiveness of postural training using Segway, which serves a platform to provide augmented and continuous proprioceptive and visuospatial information during postural training. Specifically, we will measure postural sway during quiet standing, single and dual-task walking performances, and brain activation during single and dual-task walking from the regions involved in planning and execution of locomotion; these include dorsolateral prefrontal cortex, premotor cortex and primary motor cortex. The changes in visuospatial function and proprioception after training will also be assessed. Individuals with moderate disease stage of PD exhibiting postural instability will be recruited. The participants will receive 1-week training and be assessed at 3 time points: 1-week before, before, and after the training.

Study Type : INTERVENTIONAL
Estimated Enrollment : 15 participants
Masking : NONE
Primary Purpose : BASIC_SCIENCE
Official Title : SegwayPD: The Effect of Sensory-augmented Postural Training Using Segway on Motor and Cognitive Function in Individuals With Parkinson's Disease
Actual Study Start Date : 2023-11-08
Estimated Primary Completion Date : 2026-07-31
Estimated Study Completion Date : 2026-07-31

Information not available for Arms and Intervention/treatment

Ages Eligible for Study: 50 Years to 85 Years
Sexes Eligible for Study: ALL
Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
  • * a clinical diagnosis of idiopathic PD with moderate disease stage presenting balance alterations (Hoehn and Yahr stage III)
  • * being stable on medication for at least 1 month
  • * the ability to stand and walk unsupported for 5 min both on and off medication
  • * age between 50 and 85
Exclusion Criteria
  • * neurological disorders other than PD
  • * major unstable medical illnesses
  • * sensory or musculoskeletal disorders (e.g., diabetes, uncorrected visual problems, arthritis, severe hearing impairments) that will prohibit the ability to perform the assessment tests and receive training
SegwayPD: The Effect of Sensory-augmented Postural Training Using Segway on Motor and Cognitive Function in Individuals With Parkinson's Disease

Location Details

NCT05982730

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Locations

RECRUITING

United States, Texas

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

dallas, Texas, United States, 75390