Clinical trial for Parkinson's Disease and Parkinsonism
Official title Blood Flow Restriction for Optimizing Balance in Parkinson's Disease
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06508801
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study wants to find out if using blood flow restriction bands during balance exercises can improve symptoms of Parkinson's disease.
- Who it's for
- People who have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.
- What's involved
- Participants will do balance and strengthening exercises while wearing special bands that reduce blood flow to their legs.
- Time commitment
- The source text does not specify the duration or number of visits.
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Who can take part
Ages 40 to 85
You may be able to join if
- Males and females between the ages 40 - 85 with a diagnosis of idiopathic Parkinson's Disease (PD) consistent with the United Kingdom PD society...
- in Hoehn and Yahr stage 2-4,
- a score of ≥23 on the mini-Mental Scale Examination.
You likely can't join if
- History of cardiovascular disease, uncontrolled hypertension (blood pressure ≥140/90 mmHg), orthostatic hypotension, deep-vein thrombosis, varicose...
- Ankle branchial index ≤ 0.9 or \> 1.3.
- History of other neurological disorders affecting the central nervous system such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, tumors, amyotrophic lateral...
- History of uncontrolled diabetes, severe osteoporosis, or cognitive impairment.
- Body mass index above 40; such individuals are more likely to have poorer muscle function and more pain.
- Absolute contraindications to exercise as per the American College of Sports Medicine (uncontrolled arrhythmias, third-degree heart block, recent...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Males and females between the ages 40 - 85 with a diagnosis of idiopathic Parkinson's Disease (PD) consistent with the United Kingdom PD society brain bank criteria,
- in Hoehn and Yahr stage 2-4,
- a score of ≥23 on the mini-Mental Scale Examination.
- History of cardiovascular disease, uncontrolled hypertension (blood pressure ≥140/90 mmHg), orthostatic hypotension, deep-vein thrombosis, varicose veins, or rhabdomyolysis;
- Ankle branchial index ≤ 0.9 or \> 1.3.
- History of other neurological disorders affecting the central nervous system such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, tumors, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or muscle disease such as muscular dystrophy, myopathy.
- History of uncontrolled diabetes, severe osteoporosis, or cognitive impairment.
- Body mass index above 40; such individuals are more likely to have poorer muscle function and more pain.
- Absolute contraindications to exercise as per the American College of Sports Medicine (uncontrolled arrhythmias, third-degree heart block, recent electrocardiogram (EKG) changes, unstable angina, acute myocardial...
- Had surgery in the lower extremities within the past 6 months.
- Pre-menopausal and not on birth control
- Pregnant or planning to become pregnant within the course of the study
- Plan to have major surgery within 2 months.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- San Antonio, Texas, United States
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.
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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 to 85 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
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