Mobile Application for Parkinson's (NCT07687979)
Improve walking speed and rhythm
- Trial ID
- NCT07687979
- Official Title
- Development and Investigation of the Effectiveness of an External Stimulus-Supported Gait Training Mobile Application for Patients With Parkinson's Disease
- Goal
- Improve walking speed and rhythm
- Phase
- NA
- Status
- RECRUITING
- Sponsor
- Ege University
- Study Type
- INTERVENTIONAL
- Enrollment
- 52 participants
- Conditions
- PARKINSON DIS
- Interventions
- Mobile Application (Auditory and Tactile Stimuli)
Summary For Families
A mobile app is being tested to see if personalized metronome sounds plus matching vibrations can help people with Parkinson's walk with a steadier rhythm, better speed and balance, and fewer freezing episodes. Participants will do 30 minutes of walking training with the app or with standard walking training, three times a week for six weeks; the app gives automated, patient-specific beats and tactile cues to support an optimal walking pace and rhythm. Progress will be checked before and after with common timed mobility and strength tests, a questionnaire about freezing, and a separate app that measures steps, step rhythm, and walking speed. The study seeks people aged 60 to 80 with early-to-mid stage Parkinson's (stage 1 to 3) who can walk at least 10 meters, are in their "on" medication period, can use a smartphone and read Turkish, and who do not have major hearing loss, a deep brain stimulator, recent major surgery, or other conditions that affect walking or understanding the study.
Locations
- Ege University, Izmir, İzmir, Turkey (Türkiye)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is this trial testing?
- This trial is studying Mobile Application (Auditory and Tactile Stimuli). A mobile app is being tested to see if personalized metronome sounds plus matching vibrations can help people with Parkinson's walk with a steadier rhythm, better speed and balance, and fewer freezing episodes. Participants will do 30 minutes of walking training with the app or with standard walking training, three times a week for six weeks; the app gives automated, patient-specific beats and tactile cues to support an optimal walking pace and rhythm. Progress will be checked before and after with common timed mobility and strength tests, a questionnaire about freezing, and a separate app that measures steps, step rhythm, and walking speed. The study seeks people aged 60 to 80 with early-to-mid stage Parkinson's (stage 1 to 3) who can walk at least 10 meters, are in their "on" medication period, can use a smartphone and read Turkish, and who do not have major hearing loss, a deep brain stimulator, recent major surgery, or other conditions that affect walking or understanding the study.
- Who can participate?
- Participants must be between 60 Years and 80 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 4 months.
- 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.
- 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.
- Will I get a placebo in this trial?
- This trial has a group that receives no study treatment (you would continue your usual care) alongside the treatment group. Because assignment is random, you have about a 1 in 2 chance (roughly 50%) of being in the no-treatment group, assuming the groups are filled equally. Ask the coordinator to confirm the exact assignment ratio.
- How many visits does this trial involve?
- You will attend gait training sessions of 30 minutes per day, 3 days a week, for a total of 6 weeks.
- What procedures are involved in this trial?
- Based on the protocol, this trial involves: Questionnaires & surveys (non-invasive); Walking & movement tests (non-invasive). Confirm the full schedule with the study coordinator.