RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06730074

A Novel Robotic System for Motor-cognitive Exercise for Patients With Parkinson's Disease

Sponsor

Adi Negev-Nahalat Eran

Enrollment

15 participants

Start Date

Dec 12, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Parkinson Disease, Idiopathic

Summary

The objective of this study is to test a gamified rehabilitation system in a sitting position involving robots and music for the benefit of individuals with Parkinson's disease (PD). This pilot experiment will involve the collection of both subjective user evaluation measures and objective motor and cognitive measures.

Eligibility

Min Age: 50 YearsMax Age: 75 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing a novel robotic exercise system designed to challenge both physical movement and thinking (motor-cognitive exercise) in people with Parkinson's disease. The robot guides patients through arm movements while they simultaneously complete mental tasks, aiming to slow disease-related decline. **You may be eligible if...** - You are 50 to 75 years old - You are a Hebrew speaker - You have been diagnosed with idiopathic Parkinson's disease (not a related condition) - Your Parkinson's severity is rated at Hoehn and Yahr stage 3 or below (meaning you can walk independently) - Your cognitive score on the MoCA test is 23 or above (meaning no significant memory or thinking problems) **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have a Parkinson's-plus syndrome (e.g., MSA or PSP) - You have neurological symptoms unrelated to Parkinson's - You have orthopedic problems or recent surgery in your arms - You have significant uncorrected vision or severe hearing loss Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

DEVICEUsing a gamified rehabilitation system in a sitting position involving robots and music for the benefit of individuals with Parkinson's disease (PD)

This is the first socially assistive robotic platform developed specifically for people with PD. If successful, this platform could be incorporated into the clinical toolbox at Adi Negev and other centres.