Hula hope: dance program tested for Parkinson's relief

NCT ID NCT06543810

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

Summary

This small pilot study tested whether a weekly hula dance program is practical and enjoyable for people with Parkinson's disease. Fifteen participants took hula classes for three months, and researchers measured how many completed the program and assessed changes in movement and quality of life. The goal was to see if hula, which combines physical activity, social support, and stress relief, could be a helpful non-drug therapy for Parkinson's symptoms.

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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.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • The Queen's Medical Center

    Honolulu, Hawaii, 96813, United States