Improve balance using Segway training
- Trial ID
- NCT05982730
- Official Title
- SegwayPD: The Effect of Sensory-augmented Postural Training Using Segway on Motor and Cognitive Function in Individuals With Parkinson's Disease
- Goal
- Improve balance using Segway training
- Phase
- NA
- Status
- RECRUITING
- Sponsor
- University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
- Study Type
- INTERVENTIONAL
- Enrollment
- 15 participants
- Conditions
- Parkinson Disease
- Interventions
- Sensory-Augmented Postural Training
Plain-Language Summary
The goal is to improve balance and related thinking skills in people with Parkinson's who have moderate balance problems, specifically those at Hoehn and Yahr stage III. The approach uses sensory-augmented postural training on a Segway-like platform, delivering controlled shifts and timed sensory cues that force small posture adjustments to retrain balance reflexes and sensory integration, which may help walking, reduce falls risk, and boost attention. Participants are adults 50 to 85 with idiopathic PD who have been on stable medication at least one month and can stand and walk unsupported for five minutes both on and off medication; people with other neurologic disorders, major unstable illnesses, or sensory or musculoskeletal problems that prevent training are excluded.
Locations
- University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas, United States
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is this trial testing?
- This trial is studying Sensory-Augmented Postural Training. The goal is to improve balance and related thinking skills in people with Parkinson's who have moderate balance problems, specifically those at Hoehn and Yahr stage III. The approach uses sensory-augmented postural training on a Segway-like platform, delivering controlled shifts and timed sensory cues that force small posture adjustments to retrain balance reflexes and sensory integration, which may help walking, reduce falls risk, and boost attention. Participants are adults 50 to 85 with idiopathic PD who have been on stable medication at least one month and can stand and walk unsupported for five minutes both on and off medication; people with other neurologic disorders, major unstable illnesses, or sensory or musculoskeletal problems that prevent training are excluded.
- Who can participate?
- Participants must be between 50 Years and 85 Years.
- Where is this trial located?
- This trial is recruiting at 1 location.
- 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 2 years and 9 months.