Study Details
Cycling Affects for People with Parkinson Disease
(IRB#: IRB_00187483)
Parkinsons disease (PD) is a disorder of the central nervous system that affects body movement often including tremors. This study will test whether a short session of moderate-intensity cycling, done before or after a stepping exercise, helps people with Parkinson disease learn and retain stepping skills better. People in the study will randomized into three groups for people with PD. The effects of the different groups will be compared by those who do aerobic cycling before stepping practice, after stepping practice, or not at all. Being in the study requires attending 6 in person visits at the study clinic over 2 weeks.
- All genders
- Over 18 years old
- Volunteers with special conditions
- In Person
- Unpaid
Who can participate?
Gender: All genders
Age: Over 18 years old
Volunteers: Volunteers with special conditions
Location: In Person
Inclusion Criteria
- Ages 18 to 95 years old
- Diagnosis of idiopathic Parkinsons Disease
- Currently taking levodopa (L-dopa) medication
- Able to walk at least 10 steps unassisted
- Attend in person visits at the study clinic
Exclusion Criteria
- Diagnosis of Atypical Parkinsonism
- Severe or unstable conditions that impact the safety of full study participation such as osteoarthritis, vision impairment, cardiac issues affecting aerobic priming, or orthostatic hypotension
- Pregnant
Will I be paid for my time?
No
IRB#: IRB_00187483
PI: Abdelrahman Altolub
Department: PHYSICAL THERAPY - COH
Approval Date: 2025-05-14 06:00:00
Study Categories: Brain Health Studies
Specialties: Neurology, Neurosurgery, Physical Therapy
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