Parkinson's Disease Treadmill Training Study
This study explores how treadmill training might help people with Parkinson's Disease (PD) improve their walking and balance. PD affects movement, causing unstable walking and falls in many patients. The study involves 12 treadmill sessions, sometimes using virtual reality or special movements to mimic real-world challenges. These sessions aim to improve how the brain and body work together to keep balance and prevent falls.
Participants will have tests before, right after, and a bit later to see if there's improvement. They'll also use a phone app called "Walking Tall" to keep up with exercises at home. Researchers will look at changes in foot placement and brain activity to see if the training helps with walking stability. They'll also use sensors to track how participants move in their everyday lives and apply machine learning (a type of artificial intelligence) to understand which factors help or hinder improvement.
- The study lasts for 12 sessions and involves follow-ups.
- Participants need to be diagnosed with Parkinson's and meet specific health criteria.
- Remote tools and a phone app will support ongoing exercises beyond the study.
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