Light-based reaction training may boost balance in Parkinson's patients
NCT ID NCT06807385
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a special reaction training program using lights and quick movements can improve balance, reaction time, and movement control in people with Parkinson's disease. 26 participants were split into two groups: one did the reaction training plus standard exercises, the other did standard exercises alone. The goal was to see if targeting the cerebellum with fast-reaction tasks could help with common Parkinson's symptoms like slow movements and poor balance.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Reaction training (light-based exercise system)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a new physiotherapy approach to improve balance and reaction time in Parkinson's disease.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small completed study (26 people) with no phase designation. Results may not apply to all Parkinson's patients, and the training may not be better than standard exercises.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Gazi University
Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)