Tango steps may spark brain changes in Parkinson's patients

NCT ID NCT02457832

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at how partnered tango dancing affects brain activity in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers measured brain signals during leg movements before and after dance training. The goal was to see if dance could improve motor control by changing how brain regions communicate. About 87 participants took part, including both people with and without Parkinson's.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Adapted Tango Dancing
What this could lead to: If successful, this could point toward dance-based therapies that improve movement and brain function in Parkinson's disease.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study focused on brain activity, not clinical outcomes. Results may not translate to real-world benefits or apply to all patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Parkinson disease

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

PARKINSON DISEASE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Atlanta VA Medical and Rehab Center, Decatur, GA

Decatur, Georgia, 30033-4004, United States

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