Step Up to PD is a community-based walking program for people with Parkinson's disease (PD) in Saint Louis, Missouri. The program lasts for 6 months and involves weekly walks at the Missouri Botanical Gardens. Participants use special poles called Nordic walking poles to help them during the walk. A smart watch will be provided to track steps in real-time. The goal is to help people with PD become more active and socially connected with others. This program is supervised by leaders from Saint Louis University.
Eligibility: Participants must be between 30-85 years old, have a neurologist-diagnosed PD, and be able to walk independently. They should be willing to join the study for at least 6 months. People with certain health issues, additional neurological problems, or significant cognitive impairments cannot join.
- Duration: The study lasts for 6 months.
- Engagement: Participants will join a weekly walking group.
- Equipment: A smart watch and Nordic walking poles are provided.