Can virtual reality help Parkinson's patients regain balance?
NCT ID NCT07660978
First seen Jun 22, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Summary
This study tests two types of balance training for people with Parkinson's disease: one using a virtual reality headset and the other combining physical exercises with mental tasks like counting. The goal is to see which approach better improves balance, walking, and thinking. Thirty-four adults with mild to moderate Parkinson's will participate in 16 supervised sessions over 8 weeks.
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What this could mean
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Active substance
cognitive-based balance rehabilitation (virtual reality or dual-task training)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward a more effective, engaging rehabilitation method to improve balance and reduce fall risk in Parkinson's disease.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 34 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The interventions are short-term and may not lead to lasting improvements.
Conditions
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