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The Neural Effects of Balance Versus Aerobic Training in Individuals With Degenerative Cerebellar Diseases
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Aerobic Training and Balance Training for Cerebellar Ataxia. Completed, enrolled 64 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Balance and aerobic training show promise as treatments for degenerative cerebellar diseases, but the neural effects of both training methods are unknown. The goal of this project is to evaluate how each training method impacts the brain, and particularly, the degenerating cerebellum. Various neuroimaging techniques will be used to accomplish this goal and test the hypothesis that balance training impacts brain structures outside the cerebellum whereas aerobic training causes more neuroplastic changes within the cerebellum.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Aerobic training on stationary bike 5x a week for 30 minutes a day.
Balance training 5x a week for 30 minutes as instructed by a therapist. Standard of care.