Effects of Visual Indicator Exercises for the Trunk and Lower Extremities on Activity and Participation in Parkinson's Disease

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are investigating the effects of adding visual feedback exercises using a laser pointer to standard rehabilitation on balance, posture, and lower limb mobility in people with Parkinson's disease. The study aims to see if these additional exercises improve body structure, function, activity, and participation in daily life for individuals with Parkinson's disease. The trial is sponsored by Hasan Kalyoncu University and focuses on patients with idiopathic Parkinson's disease at certain stages of severity. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. Both groups will undergo an 8-week standard exercise program three days per week, supervised by a physiotherapist, which includes posture, strengthening, and balance training. The intervention group will receive an extra exercise program involving visual feedback via a laser pointer worn on the trunk and lower limbs, performing various trunk control and lower limb exercises with visual tracking to enhance stability and movement. During the study, participants will be assessed using several measures such as the Center of Pressure Elliptical Area and the Berg Balance Scale over the 8-week period. Additional evaluations include tests of mobility, posture, fatigue, walking ability, balance confidence, and quality of life. These assessments, along with physiotherapist supervision, will monitor participants’ progress and response to the exercise programs throughout the trial.

Effects of Exercise With Visual Feedback in Parkinson's Disease