Simple cane training may boost walking in Parkinson's patients
NCT ID NCT06950255
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a 3-week cane training program can improve walking speed and confidence in people with Parkinson's disease. 26 participants will either receive cane training or do stretching exercises. The goal is to see if using a cane properly helps with gait and reduces fear of falling.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- cane training and use
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could show that a simple cane training program helps people with Parkinson's walk faster and feel more confident.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 26 participants. The benefits may be modest or not last long after training stops.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Federal University of Minas Gerais
RECRUITINGBelo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, 31270901, Brazil
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