RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07274514

Virtual Reality on Balance of Parkinson's Disease

Effects of Immersive Virtual Reality on Balance of Parkinson's Disease


Sponsor

Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Aragón

Enrollment

50 participants

Start Date

Feb 5, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

This study, titled: Effectiveness of immersive virtual reality on balance in people with Parkinson's disease. Is a randomized clinical trial conducted at Zaragoza Parkinson's Association in Spain. It aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a immersive virtual reality program in enhancing balance for patients with Parkinson.s disease (PD). PD is a neurodegenerative disease that has a major impact on patients' balance and gait, affecting their quality of life. Physical rehabilitation is crucial for maintaining and improving balance, and immersive virtual reality promises to be an alternative for improving outcomes in patients with PD.


Eligibility

Min Age: 55 YearsMax Age: 90 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing whether virtual reality (VR) training can improve balance and reduce falls in people with Parkinson's disease by providing immersive balance and movement exercises in a virtual environment. **You may be eligible if...** - You are between 55 and 90 years old - You have Parkinson's disease confirmed by a neurologist - Your disease is rated between stage 1 and 4 on the Hoehn and Yahr scale (mild to moderately severe) - You score 24 or higher on a standard cognitive test (able to follow instructions) - You are able to stand upright without help **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have significant vision or hearing problems that would interfere with VR - You have muscle or joint conditions that prevent safe standing - You have a history of seizures triggered by visual stimuli or flashing lights - You have deep brain stimulation (DBS) implants - You have severe dementia Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

OTHERImmersive Virtual Reality Program

The participants in the intervention group will receive a Immersive Virtual Reality Rehabilitation Program to improve static and dynamic balance and quality of life

OTHERStandard Rehabilitation Program

The participants in the control group will receive a Standard Physical Therapy Rehabilitation Program to improve static and dynamic balance and quality of life


Locations(1)

Asociación de Parkinson de Aragón

Zaragoza, Spain

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