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"PD Wii: Computer-based Gait and Balance Training for Parkinson's Patients".
In Brief
A Phase 2 clinical trial evaluating gait and balance training program for Parkinson's Disease. Completed, enrolled 62 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
This study will be carried out to determine the effectiveness of in-home computer games played by a person with Parkinson's disease for 50 minutes 3 times a week on measures of standing and walking balance.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
The intervention will be implemented via three 50-minute training sessions per week for 12 weeks. The games will be played when the subject is receiving the maximum benefit from their anti-parkinsonian medications. The control group and the intervention group will receive weekly telephone calls to inquire about medications and falls. At baseline and end of the 12 weeks, in-home testing will determine stride length and speed; standing balance eyes open and closed on flat and foam surface.