Effect of brain gym exercise on balance, risk of fall and cognitive function in patients with Parkinsons disease

Background

Parkinsons disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects motor and cognitive functions. Balance impairment and increased risk of falls are major concerns in Parkinsons disease patients. Brain Gym is a movement based program designed to improve brain function and body coordination. It is being explored as a complementary therapy in neurological conditions.

Objective

To investigate the effect of Brain Gym exercises on balance risk of fall and cognitive function in patients with Parkinsons disease.

Study Design

This is a randomized parallel group active controlled trial.

Study Setting

The study will be conducted at the College of Physiotherapy Pt BD Sharma PGIMS Rohtak Haryana India.

Participants

Thirty patients diagnosed with idiopathic Parkinsons disease will be recruited and randomly allocated into two equal groups.

Intervention

Group A will receive conventional physiotherapy. Group B will receive conventional physiotherapy along with Brain Gym exercises. The intervention will be given for four weeks.

Outcome Measures

Balance fall risk and cognitive function will be assessed using standard clinical assessment tools before and after the intervention.

Expected Outcome

The study aims to determine whether Brain Gym exercises can offer additional benefits when combined with conventional physiotherapy in improving motor and cognitive outcomes in patients with Parkinsons disease.