Smartphone beats could steady Parkinson's gait

NCT ID NCT06941779

First seen May 03, 2026 · Last updated May 06, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether personalized sound cues (like a beat or rhythm) played through a smartphone could improve walking in people with Parkinson's disease. 60 participants walked while their steps were tracked by sensors, and the cues were tailored to each person's walking pattern. The goal was to see if this approach could make walking smoother, more stable, and reduce the risk of falls.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • North Tyneside General Hospital

    North Shields, United Kingdom

  • Northumbria University

    Newcastle, United Kingdom

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