Can virtual reality and targeted exercises help Parkinson's patients regain arm control?
NCT ID NCT07308093
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study will test whether virtual reality therapy combined with proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (a type of hands-on exercise) can improve arm movement, reduce tremors, and enhance body awareness in people with Parkinson's disease. Twenty-eight participants will receive the therapy three times a week for six weeks. The goal is to see if these non-drug approaches can help with common motor problems like shaking and slow movement.
What this could mean
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Active substance
virtual reality therapy and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) exercises
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a non-drug, engaging way to improve arm control and reduce tremors in Parkinson's disease.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early-stage trial with only 28 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The therapies are also time-intensive and require special equipment.
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Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences
Lahore, Punjab Province, 54000, Pakistan
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