Effects of Dual-Task Training on Upper Extremity Function in Parkinson's Disease
ConditionParkinson Disease (PD)
Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age40-65
SponsorAnkara University
About this trial
The goal of this clinical trial is to investigate the effects of dual-task training on upper extremity function and muscle thickness in individuals with Parkinson's disease. The main questions it aims to answer are:
Does dual-task training improve upper extremity function in individuals with Parkinson's disease? Does dual-task training lead to changes in upper extremity muscle thickness measured by ultrasonography?
Researchers will compare a dual-task training group with a control group receiving routine care to determine whether 8 weeks of dual-task training results in greater improvements in upper extremity outco
Participants will:
complete baseline and post-intervention assessments of upper extremity function, muscle thickness, grip strength, and pinch strength be assigned to either a control group or a dual-task training group receive dual-task training 3 days per week for 8 weeks if assigned to the intervention group
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Diagnosis of idiopathic Parkinson's disease confirmed by a neurologist
Modified Hoehn and Yahr stage 2 to 3
No medication or dosage change within the last 6 months
Cognitive capacity sufficient to understand and follow instructions, defined as Montreal Cognitive Assessment score ≥21
Disqualifiers
Atypical or secondary parkinsonism
Advanced orthopedic condition affecting the upper extremity
Surgery, trauma, or immobilization involving the upper extremity within the last 6 months
Wound or dermatological condition preventing upper extremity ultrasonographic evaluation
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Dual-Task Training
Treatment groups
38 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groupsSponsors and collaborators
Ankara University
Lead sponsor
Hacettepe University
Collaborator
Source ClinicalTrials.gov