Side-Stepping falls: new exercise program tested in Parkinson's
NCT ID NCT05906875
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether adding lateral stepping exercises to a regular group exercise class is feasible and helpful for people with middle to late-stage Parkinson's disease. Five participants did the exercises twice a week for 8 weeks. Researchers measured balance, fall risk, and quality of life to see if the program was practical and beneficial.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Lateral stepping exercises (hip abduction and lateral stepping with or without resistance bands)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this program could be added to existing exercise classes to help people with Parkinson's improve balance and reduce falls.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small feasibility study with only 5 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It is too early to know if the program truly prevents falls.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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New York Institute of Technology
Old Westbury, New York, 11568, United States
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