Vibrating shoes may help Parkinson's patients walk more naturally

NCT ID NCT05818189

First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 21 times

Summary

This study tests whether a small vibrating device worn on the body can help people with Parkinson's disease walk more automatically and steadily. Sixty participants will be randomly assigned to receive either personalized vibrations timed to each step or fixed-interval vibrations. Researchers will measure brain activity and walking patterns to understand how cueing improves gait.

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  • Oregon Health and Science University

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    Portland, Oregon, 97239, United States

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