Improve walking with robotic treadmill

Trial ID
NCT04087031
Official Title
Assistive Robotic in the Elderly: Innovative Models in the Rehabilitation of the Elderly With Parkinson's Disease Through Technological Innovation
Goal
Improve walking with robotic treadmill
Phase
NA
Status
RECRUITING
Sponsor
Istituto Nazionale di Ricovero e Cura per Anziani
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
195 participants
Conditions
Parkinson Disease, Frail Elderly, Robotic Devices in Rehabilitation
Interventions
control arm, virtual reality games, robotic treadmill

Plain-Language Summary

The goal is to help frail older people with Parkinson's improve walking, balance, and independence, and to reduce falls and mobility-related dependence. The approach uses a robotic treadmill that supports and guides walking while interactive virtual reality games prompt stepping, weight shifts, and cognitive engagement to retrain gait patterns and build endurance; participants keep their usual Parkinson's medications but must have a stable drug regimen for at least one month. Looking for people 65 and older with mild to moderate Parkinson's, Hoehn and Yahr stage 1 to 3, reduced walking ability, ability to give consent, and no severe dementia or uncontrolled cardiac, autonomic, seizure, or other serious illnesses.

Locations

  • IRCCS INRCA Hospital, Ancona, Italy
  • IRCCS INRCA Hospital, Fermo, Italy

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this trial testing?
This trial is studying control arm. The goal is to help frail older people with Parkinson's improve walking, balance, and independence, and to reduce falls and mobility-related dependence. The approach uses a robotic treadmill that supports and guides walking while interactive virtual reality games prompt stepping, weight shifts, and cognitive engagement to retrain gait patterns and build endurance; participants keep their usual Parkinson's medications but must have a stable drug regimen for at least one month. Looking for people 65 and older with mild to moderate Parkinson's, Hoehn and Yahr stage 1 to 3, reduced walking ability, ability to give consent, and no severe dementia or uncontrolled cardiac, autonomic, seizure, or other serious illnesses.
Who can participate?
Participants must be at least 65 Years.
Where is this trial located?
This trial is recruiting at 2 locations.
Does it cost anything to join?
No. There is no cost to participate. Study-related care and treatment are provided at no charge.
How long does the trial last?
This trial is estimated to last approximately 7 years and 1 month.

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