A randomized controlled trial of strategy training compared to exercises to prevent falls and improve mobility in people with Parkinson’s Disease

Completed

• Conditions: Parkinson's disease; Neurological - Parkinson's disease

• Registration Number: ACTRN12606000344594
• Lead Sponsor: niversity of Melbourne

Brief Summary

Not available

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Study Start: 2006-08-11
• Last Update Posted: 13 January 2020

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Completed
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 330

Inclusion Criteria

1. Neurologist-confirmed diagnosis of idiopathic Parkinson's disease. 2. Cognitively intact (a Mini-Mental State Examination score of >24).

Exclusion Criteria

1. Other neurological disorders knwon to affect balance and gait2. Cognitive impairment (a Mini-Mental State Examination score of <24) 3. Currently taking tranquilizer medication4. Inability to walk.

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Falls frequency: number of falls per person recorded prospectively over a 12 month period, starting from the completion of the intervention[12 months post last intervention session]

Secondary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
1. Walking speed over 10 meters[Measured at 3 and 12 months. ];2. Locomotor function (using the Timed Up & Go” test)[Measured at 3 and 12 months. ];3. Activity limitation [Measured at 3 and 12 months. ]