RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06859528

Step Up to PD: A Community-based Walking Program for People With Parkinson's Disease

Sponsor

St. Louis University

Enrollment

40 participants

Start Date

Apr 1, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Parkinson Disease Parkinson Disease, Idiopathic

Summary

This study will investigate the feasibility of a 6-month community walking program for people with Parkinson's disease (PD) and their care partners in greater Saint Louis, Missouri region. The walking program will consist of weekly, organized walking groups at the Missouri Botanical Gardens. Participants in the program will use Nordic walking poles during the walks. The walking group(s) will meet once per week and will be supervised by walking group leaders from Saint Louis University. Participants will be given a smart watch to wear that will help step counts will be tracked in real-time. The program is designed to get people with Parkinson's disease out of their homes, cultivate a culture of connection with others with Parkinson's disease, and to be collectively accountable for a common goal toward increasing their physical and social engagement in their communities.

Eligibility

Min Age: 30 YearsMax Age: 85 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing whether a community-based walking program can improve physical fitness, balance, and quality of life for people with Parkinson's disease. Participants will follow a structured walking plan over at least 6 months. **You may be eligible if...** - You are aged 30–85 - You have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease by a neurologist - You are able to walk independently, even if you use a cane or walker - You are willing to participate for at least 6 months **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have a health condition that limits your ability to exercise safely (such as uncontrolled heart problems or exercise-induced asthma) - You have another neurological condition besides Parkinson's disease - You have significant memory or thinking problems (assessed during initial testing) - You perform poorly on a standard walking ability test (Timed Up and Go Test) Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALCommunity Walking Program

This is a group, community walking program at local parks using Nordic walking poles. Participants will be encouraged to walk briskly but safely for 60 minutes one time per week with the ultimate goal of using this community walking program to drive behavioral change (increased physical and social engagement in their communities) throughout the week.