Pedal and puzzle: new home therapy aims to stall dementia in Parkinson's
NCT ID NCT07411365
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a home-based dual-task training program for people with Parkinson's disease who have mild cognitive impairment and are at high risk for dementia. Participants will cycle on a stationary bike while playing brain-training games on a tablet, three times a week for 30 minutes. The goal is to see if this combined physical and mental exercise can prevent worsening in everyday activities like managing finances or medication. The study will follow 42 participants for 12 months.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- dual-task cognitive motor training (cycling plus tablet-based cognitive games)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a practical home-based therapy to help Parkinson's patients with mild cognitive impairment maintain their independence longer.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, early proof-of-concept study with only 42 participants, so results may not apply widely. The training requires motivation and reliable internet, which may limit real-world use.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University hospital Tübingen
Tübingen, Baden-Wurttemberg, 72076, Germany
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