RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06500182

The Benefits of Hippotherapy for Patients With Parkinson's Disease of 75 Years

The Benefits of Hippotherapy for Patients With Parkinson's Disease of 75 Years of Age or More at Risk of Losing Their Independance.

Sponsor

Central Hospital Saint Quentin

Enrollment

36 participants

Start Date

Jul 1, 2023

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Parkinson Disease

Summary

There is no cure for Parkinson's disease, resulting in an interest for research in this domain. Non pharmacological measures remain essential, specifically physical activity. Hippotherapy is a nonconventional method which uses the horse in addition to standard care. The goal being to improve or maintain the gains of the person through cognitive, sensorial and motor stimulation, with the aim of improving quality of life and maintaining independence. With this in mind, the researchers propose to evaluate quality of life as the main criterion, using the PDQ8 scale validated for this disease. The researchers hope results will lead to the coverage of the costs of non-conventional therapies such as hippotherapy by social security services.

Eligibility

Min Age: 75 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing whether horseback riding therapy (called hippotherapy) can help elderly patients who have both Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's disease. **You may be eligible if...** - You are 75 years old or older - You have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's disease - Your Parkinson's medications have been at a stable dose for at least 3 months - You are independent enough to care for yourself (autonomy preserved) - You are able to understand and consent to the study - You are enrolled in a social security scheme **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You are under 75 years old - Your score on a memory test (MoCA) is below 23 - You have an atypical form of parkinsonism (such as Lewy body disease or progressive supranuclear palsy) - You have claustrophobia or a metal implant that prevents MRI scans - You are afraid of animals or have experience riding horses at a high level - You are under legal guardianship or protective supervision - Your Parkinson's medication dose has changed in the past 3 months Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

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