RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06248073

Effectiveness of Online Program and Task-related Training for Parkinson's Disease

Comparing the Effectiveness of Online Self-management Program and On-site Task-related Training for People With Early Stage Parkinson's Disease on Activity Participation and Quality of Life

Sponsor

Chang Gung University

Enrollment

100 participants

Start Date

Mar 1, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Telerehabilitation Parkinson Disease Occupational Therapy Activities of Daily Living

Summary

The goal of this clinical trial is to compare the effectiveness of online self-management program and on-site task-related training for people with early stage Parkinson's disease. people with early stage of Parkinson's disease (age range: 45-70 years) will be randomly assigned into the following three groups: control group, online self-management program group and on-site task-related training group.The control group will receive no treatment during the experimental period. For the other two groups, participants will receive the intervention twice a week, one hour per session and 12 sessions in total. The main questions it aims to answer are: 1. the potential impact of motor and non-motor symptoms on activity participation and quality of life for people with early stage of Parkinson's disease (PD). 2. compare and examine the the effectiveness of online self-management program and on-site task-related training for people with early stage Parkinson's disease on activity participation and quality of life.

Eligibility

Min Age: 45 YearsMax Age: 70 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study tests whether an online exercise program combined with task-specific training (practicing real-life arm movements) can improve arm control and function in people with mild Parkinson's disease. Parkinson's is a brain condition that affects movement, and this research looks for non-drug ways to help. **You may be eligible if...** - You are between 45 and 70 years old - You have been diagnosed with mild Parkinson's disease (Hoehn and Yahr stage 1 or 2) - You have no significant memory or thinking problems - You do not have severe depression - You can follow instructions and complete the study tasks **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have a history of shoulder injury or fracture affecting your sense of body position - You have had a stroke or other condition affecting your reach - You have diabetes or other conditions affecting your sense of touch - You have severe hand tremors at rest - You have had recent physiotherapy for a similar condition Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALon-line self-management training

To encourage adherence to the home program among early-stage Parkinson's disease participants, the investigators have developed various self-management topics, including medication adherence and exercise benefits. The home program is categorized into two dimensions: daily function and exercise. The investigators will provides participants with detailed guidelines to ensure safe execution of the program independently.

BEHAVIORALonsite task-related training

Participants will receive interventions at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital. A certified occupational therapist will conduct the interventions. These sessions will involve functional tasks tailored to each participant's skill level, with two to four varied tasks per session. Additionally, participants will be given booklets to guide them in self-managing similar exercises at home, mirroring the home program of the self-management group.