Improve upper limb motor learning
- Trial ID
- NCT07028515
- Official Title
- Effects of Self-controlled Practice on Motor Learning and Motivation in People With Parkinson's Disease
- Goal
- Improve upper limb motor learning
- Status
- RECRUITING
- Sponsor
- National Taiwan University Hospital
- Study Type
- OBSERVATIONAL
- Enrollment
- 72 participants
- Conditions
- Parkinson Disease
Summary For Families
They want to find out whether letting people with Parkinson's choose key parts of their practice helps them learn a new arm/hand movement better and stay more motivated. Participants will perform a motor task where they can control things like when to attempt a movement or how many repetitions they do, while researchers measure improvements and motivation, on the theory that choice boosts attention, confidence, and skill retention without changing medications. People 20 and older with Parkinson's who can follow task instructions and have no recent upper limb surgery or injury can join, while those with other neurological disorders, severe upper-limb tremor, significant anxiety or depression, implanted DBS or pacemaker, seizure history, unstable medical issues, uncontrolled migraines or tinnitus, or pregnancy are excluded.
Locations
- School and Graduate Institute of Physical Therapy, Taipei, Zhongzheng Dist., Taiwan
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is this trial testing?
- This trial is studying an experimental treatment. They want to find out whether letting people with Parkinson's choose key parts of their practice helps them learn a new arm/hand movement better and stay more motivated. Participants will perform a motor task where they can control things like when to attempt a movement or how many repetitions they do, while researchers measure improvements and motivation, on the theory that choice boosts attention, confidence, and skill retention without changing medications. People 20 and older with Parkinson's who can follow task instructions and have no recent upper limb surgery or injury can join, while those with other neurological disorders, severe upper-limb tremor, significant anxiety or depression, implanted DBS or pacemaker, seizure history, unstable medical issues, uncontrolled migraines or tinnitus, or pregnancy 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 2 years.
- 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.