Hula hope: dancing eases Parkinson's symptoms in small study

NCT ID NCT06543810

First seen Mar 19, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This study tested whether a weekly hula dance program is practical and helpful for people with Parkinson's disease. Fifteen participants took hula classes for three months, and researchers measured their balance, movement, and quality of life before and after. The goal was to see if this fun, cultural activity could improve symptoms and be something people would stick with.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • The Queen's Medical Center

    Honolulu, Hawaii, 96813, United States

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