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SegwayPD: The Effect of Sensory-augmented Postural Training Using Segway on Motor and Cognitive Function in Individuals With Parkinson's Disease
Led by University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center · Updated on 2025-08-13
15
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
142 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
The purpose of this study is to examine the safety and efficacy of postural training emphasized on the integration of multiple sensory information into motor control in individuals with PD. This project is a proof-of-concept study to assess the effectiveness of postural training using Segway, which serves a platform to provide augmented and continuous proprioceptive and visuospatial information during postural training.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
SegwayPD: The Effect of Sensory-augmented Postural Training Using Segway on Motor and Cognitive Function in Individuals With Parkinson's Disease
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Clinical diagnosis of idiopathic Parkinson's disease with moderate disease stage presenting balance alterations (Hoehn and Yahr stage III)
- Stable on medication for at least 1 month
- Ability to stand and walk unsupported for 5 minutes both on and off medication
- Age between 50 and 85 years
You will not qualify if you...
- Neurological disorders other than Parkinson's disease
- Major unstable medical illnesses
- Sensory or musculoskeletal disorders such as diabetes, uncorrected visual problems, arthritis, or severe hearing impairments that prevent assessment or training
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Dallas, Texas, United States, 75390
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Research Team
Y
Yu-Chen Chung, PT, Ph.D.
CONTACT
S
Subaryani Soedirdjo, Ph.D.
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
NA
Model
SINGLE_GROUP
Primary Purpose
BASIC_SCIENCE
Number of Arms
1
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