Could remote hand exercises ease Parkinson's symptoms?

NCT ID NCT07641556

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 08, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study investigates whether upper extremity exercise training delivered via tele-rehabilitation (synchronous or asynchronous) can improve motor symptoms, hand dexterity, and daily living activities in people with Parkinson's disease. Participants will receive either remote or in-clinic training twice a week for six weeks. The trial compares these approaches to conventional single-task training to see which is most effective.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: tele-rehabilitation-based dual-task upper extremity training
What this could lead to: If effective, this approach could offer a convenient, home-based therapy to improve hand function and daily activities for people with Parkinson's.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with 40 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The training requires a caregiver and internet access, which may limit participation.

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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.

PARKINSON'S DISEASE (PD)

Contacts and locations

Locations

Gülhane Faculty of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
RECRUITING

Ankara, 06010, Turkey (Türkiye)

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