New exercise program aims to reduce falls in Parkinson's

NCT ID NCT04897256

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests a special exercise program called TURN-IT for people with Parkinson's disease who have fallen in the past year. The program focuses on improving turning ability through targeted exercises. 55 participants will either do the program or continue usual care, and researchers will measure changes in turning quality and fear of falling.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

TURN-IT exercise program

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a simple exercise program to help people with Parkinson's turn more easily and fall less.

What could go wrong

This is a small pilot study with only 55 people, so results may not apply to everyone. The program requires supervised sessions, which may be hard to maintain long-term.

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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

  • Oregon Health & Science University

    Portland, Oregon, 97239, United States