Boost Parkinson patients physical activity
- Trial ID
- NCT06962930
- Official Title
- A Pilot RCT of a Remote Physical Activity Coaching Intervention to Promote Engagement in Physical Activity for People With Parkinson's Disease in Qatar
- Goal
- Boost Parkinson patients physical activity
- Phase
- NA
- Status
- RECRUITING
- Sponsor
- Qatar University
- Study Type
- INTERVENTIONAL
- Enrollment
- 40 participants
- Conditions
- Parkinson Disease
- Interventions
- 8-week personalized self-management program tailored to their individual needs using Engage-Qatar PD. participants will be invited to one face-to-face coaching session and 7 online sessions
Summary For Families
The goal is to help people with Parkinson's increase and maintain safe, regular physical activity to improve mobility, balance, mood, and overall quality of life. Over eight weeks participants use Engage-Qatar PD, a personalized remote self-management program with one face-to-face coaching session and seven online sessions that teach goal setting, tailored exercise plans, activity tracking, strategies to overcome barriers, and safety advice, with coaches adapting plans to symptoms and medication schedules; it is a non-drug approach meant to complement existing treatments. The study is looking for adults 18 and older with a neurologist-confirmed Parkinson's who can walk indoors and outdoors without hands-on assistance, can follow study commands, and who pass the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire or have medical clearance, while excluding those with other neurological conditions, musculoskeletal injuries that prevent exercise, or acute illness.
Locations
- Qatar Rehabilitation Institution, Doha, Qatar
- Rumaila Hospital, Doha, Qatar
- Qatar University, Doha, Qatar
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is this trial testing?
- This trial is studying 8-week personalized self-management program tailored to their individual needs using Engage-Qatar PD. participants will be invited to one face-to-face coaching session and 7 online sessions. The goal is to help people with Parkinson's increase and maintain safe, regular physical activity to improve mobility, balance, mood, and overall quality of life. Over eight weeks participants use Engage-Qatar PD, a personalized remote self-management program with one face-to-face coaching session and seven online sessions that teach goal setting, tailored exercise plans, activity tracking, strategies to overcome barriers, and safety advice, with coaches adapting plans to symptoms and medication schedules; it is a non-drug approach meant to complement existing treatments. The study is looking for adults 18 and older with a neurologist-confirmed Parkinson's who can walk indoors and outdoors without hands-on assistance, can follow study commands, and who pass the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire or have medical clearance, while excluding those with other neurological conditions, musculoskeletal injuries that prevent exercise, or acute illness.
- Who can participate?
- Participants must be at least 18 Years.
- Where is this trial located?
- This trial is recruiting at 3 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 8 months.
- Will I get the real drug or a placebo?
- It depends on the trial design. Some Parkinson's trials are placebo controlled, meaning a portion of participants get an inactive comparison while others get the experimental treatment. Some use crossover designs so everyone eventually receives the active treatment at some point. Observational trials do not use a placebo at all because they are not testing a new treatment. The consent form for any specific trial spells out the design and your odds of being assigned to placebo before you enroll.
- How often will I need to visit the study site?
- Visit frequency varies by trial. Many Parkinson's studies require an in person visit every 4 to 12 weeks during the active treatment phase, with shorter or longer gaps depending on the design. The site coordinator can give you the full visit schedule before you sign anything, so you know what the time commitment looks like.
- Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?
- Yes. You can withdraw from any clinical trial at any time, for any reason, without affecting your standard medical care. Trials are voluntary by law. The team may ask if you are willing to do a brief exit visit so they can collect safety information, but you are not obligated.
- Will travel or parking be reimbursed?
- Many trials reimburse for parking, mileage, and sometimes lodging if the site is far from your home. Reimbursement policies vary by sponsor and site. When you contact the trial team, ask specifically what is covered and how reimbursement is processed.
- Can my spouse or care partner come with me to visits?
- In most cases yes, and it is often encouraged. Care partners can help with notes, questions, and getting home safely after a long visit. Some study assessments do need to happen one on one, but care partners are usually welcome for the rest of the appointment.