Can shoulder exercises ease arm problems in Parkinson's?

NCT ID NCT06861933

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a special shoulder rehabilitation program can improve arm and shoulder movement in people with Parkinson's disease. Twenty-eight participants will receive either the shoulder-focused rehab or a standard upper extremity program. The goal is to see if this approach helps with daily activities and reduces shoulder issues.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Physiotherapy and rehabilitation (scapulohumeral rehabilitation)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could point toward a new physical therapy approach to improve arm and shoulder function in people with Parkinson's disease.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with only 28 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The intervention is non-drug and relies on patient effort, which may limit effectiveness.

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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

  • Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University

    Burdur, Burdur, 15030, Turkey (Türkiye)

  • Pamukkale University

    Denizli, Denizli, 20200, Turkey (Türkiye)