Exercise Program for Parkinson's Disease
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests TURN-IT, an exercise program for people with Parkinson's Disease who have had falls. The program aims to improve turning ability by addressing stiffness, balance, movement speed, and changing movements.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial requires that you do not change your anti-parkinson medications during the study.
Is the Turning Boot Camp exercise program safe for people with Parkinson's disease?
How is the TURN-IT exercise program different from other treatments for Parkinson's disease?
The TURN-IT exercise program is unique because it focuses on task-specific movements to improve turning ability, which is a common challenge for people with Parkinson's disease. It combines personalized exercise sessions with educational workshops and social activities, making it a comprehensive approach that not only targets physical improvement but also encourages changes in exercise habits.12678
What data supports the effectiveness of the Turning Boot Camp exercise program for Parkinson's disease?
Research shows that specific exercise programs, like the Turning Boot Camp, can improve turning ability and mobility in people with Parkinson's disease. Participants in similar programs reported high satisfaction and positive changes in their exercise habits, suggesting these programs are useful and beneficial.12678
Who Is on the Research Team?
Fay Horak, PhD, PT
Principal Investigator
Oregon Health and Science University
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for people aged 55-85 with Parkinson's Disease who have fallen in the past year. They must respond to levodopa treatment, be at certain stages of the disease, and can't have other major health issues or recent medication changes. Participants need to commit to attending exercise sessions without altering their medications or exercise habits.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants in the TURN-IT group attend supervised, 1-hour classes, 3 times per week for 6 weeks, focusing on exercises to improve turning ability
Control
Participants in the control group are tested at baseline and 6 weeks later, continuing their normal daily life
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment, with a focus on prospective fall rate over 12 months
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Turning Boot Camp exercise program
- TURN-IT exercise program
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Oregon Health and Science University
Lead Sponsor
Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD)
Collaborator