Mind over movement: mental rehearsal may ease Parkinson's balance fears
NCT ID NCT07495462
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether adding motor imagery—mentally practicing movements without actually moving—to standard physical therapy can improve balance and reduce fear of movement in people with Parkinson's disease. Forty-two participants will be randomly assigned to receive either standard rehab alone or standard rehab plus motor imagery training for six weeks. Researchers will measure changes in balance, fear of movement, and other motor functions at the start, end of treatment, and at a 12-week follow-up.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Motor imagery training (mental practice of movements) added to conventional rehabilitation
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, safe way to improve balance and reduce fear of falling for people with Parkinson's disease.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 42 participants. The results may not apply to everyone with Parkinson's, and the added benefit of motor imagery over standard rehab alone may be small or none.
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Locations
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Sehit Prof. Dr. Ilhan Varank Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital
Istanbul, 34785, Turkey (Türkiye)