The Effects of Dual Task Training with Different Task Priorities on Physical Performance and Cognitive Status in Patients with Parkinson's Disease

Launched by HACETTEPE UNIVERSITY · Jan 21, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking to understand how different types of training can help people with Parkinson's disease. Specifically, it will compare two training methods that involve doing multiple tasks at once—one that focuses on the main task first and another that switches priorities. The goal is to see how these training methods affect balance, walking, and overall thinking skills in people with Parkinson's.

To be eligible for this study, participants must be 40 years or older, have a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease confirmed by a specialist, and be in an early to moderate stage of the disease. People who have other neurological conditions, serious cognitive issues, or certain visual or physical problems will not be able to participate. If you join this trial, you can expect to engage in training sessions that aim to improve both your physical abilities and cognitive skills, all while contributing to important research that could help others with Parkinson's.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Having agreed to participate in the research after being given detailed information about the research.
• • Having been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease by a specialist neurologist according to the UK Brain Bank criteria
• • Being in stage 1-3 according to Hoehn \& Yahr
• • Being 40 years of age or older
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Having a neurological condition other than Parkinson's disease
• • Cognitive impairment
• • Have undergone deep brain stimulation surgery
• • Having a visual, auditory or perceptual problem
• • Having any orthopedic, rheumatological or other disease that may affect walking and balance.