Clinical trial for Parkinson Disease
Official title Exercise to Improve Sleep in Parkinson's Disease
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05644327
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to find out whether cardio, resistance, or combined exercise can improve sleep quality and overall quality of life for people with Parkinson's disease.
- Who it's for
- Adults who have Parkinson's disease and can safely take part in an exercise program.
- What's involved
- Participants will be assigned to cardio, resistance, combined exercise, or a waiting‑list control group and will exercise three times a week for 12 weeks. Sleep and quality‑of‑life measurements will be taken before, after, and 8 weeks later.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts about 20 weeks total, with 12 weeks of exercise sessions three times per week and three assessment visits.
This is a blinded study.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 40 and older
You may be able to join if
- Persons with mild-moderate idiopathic Parkinson's Disease (Modified Hoehn \& Yahr Scale stages 0.5-3.5);
- On a stable dosage of medication during the previous month;
- Having poor sleep quality defined as a score \> 15 in the PDSS-2 and/or reporting subjective sleep complaints affecting their sleep quality;
You likely can't join if
- Having atypical parkinsonism, dementia, stroke, or any other neurological condition;
- Presenting severe untreated obstructive sleep apnea (OSA);
- Having a Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) score \<18
- Having a Beck Depression Inventory score \>31;
- Having absolute contraindications to exercise;
- Having severe osteoporosis;
See the full eligibility criteria
- Persons with mild-moderate idiopathic Parkinson's Disease (Modified Hoehn \& Yahr Scale stages 0.5-3.5);
- On a stable dosage of medication during the previous month;
- Having poor sleep quality defined as a score \> 15 in the PDSS-2 and/or reporting subjective sleep complaints affecting their sleep quality;
- Having atypical parkinsonism, dementia, stroke, or any other neurological condition;
- Presenting severe untreated obstructive sleep apnea (OSA);
- Having a Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) score \<18
- Having a Beck Depression Inventory score \>31;
- Having absolute contraindications to exercise;
- Having severe osteoporosis;
- Participating in an exercise or drug trial during the period of the study;
- Exceeding the physical activity levels recommended for the general population (≥150 minutes/week of moderate-intensity or ≥75 minutes/week of vigorous-intensity cardiovascular activity) and/or strengthening activities...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Laval, Quebec, Canada
- Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 40 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Laval, Quebec, Canada; Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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