Reduce freezing episodes while walking

Trial ID
NCT06598878
Official Title
Effect of AR Environment Stimulation on Proactive and Reactive Modulation of Gait in Individuals With Parkinson Disease
Goal
Reduce freezing episodes while walking
Phase
NA
Status
RECRUITING
Sponsor
Chang Gung University
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
60 participants
Conditions
PD - Parkinson's Disease
Interventions
AR gait training

Plain-Language Summary

The goal is to see whether augmented reality stimulation can help people with Parkinson's improve proactive planning and rapid reactive adjustments while walking, which could reduce freezing and trips. The approach uses AR gait training that overlays visual cues and simulated obstacles in real time to prompt better step timing, stride length, and quick corrective steps, as a non-drug therapy meant to complement existing treatments like levodopa. Adults 20 years and older with a clinical diagnosis of Parkinson's can join, but people with leg musculoskeletal injuries, osteoporosis, or other peripheral or central nervous system diseases are excluded.

Locations

  • Chang Gung University, Taoyuan District, Taiwan

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this trial testing?
This trial is studying AR gait training. The goal is to see whether augmented reality stimulation can help people with Parkinson's improve proactive planning and rapid reactive adjustments while walking, which could reduce freezing and trips. The approach uses AR gait training that overlays visual cues and simulated obstacles in real time to prompt better step timing, stride length, and quick corrective steps, as a non-drug therapy meant to complement existing treatments like levodopa. Adults 20 years and older with a clinical diagnosis of Parkinson's can join, but people with leg musculoskeletal injuries, osteoporosis, or other peripheral or central nervous system diseases are excluded.
Who can participate?
Participants must be at least 20 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 1 year and 9 months.

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