PARKINSON'S DISEASE (PD)

This study tested a new type of PET scan that looks for a protein called alpha-synuclein in the brain, which is linked to Parkinson's disease, multiple system atrophy, and a sleep disorder that often leads to Parkinson's. Researchers scanned 55 people, including healthy volunteer…

This study tested a program of psychological interventions for mental health issues in people with Parkinson's, such as anxiety, depression, and thinking problems. The program was designed to be delivered by non-experts and included booklets for participants. 138 people with Park…

This study tested whether a non-invasive magnetic brain stimulation technique (rTMS) can improve swallowing difficulty (dysphagia) in people with Parkinson's disease. 26 adults with moderate-to-severe Parkinson's and swallowing problems were randomly assigned to receive either 5 …

This study tested whether personalized audio cues (like a custom beat) played through a smartphone could improve walking in 60 people with Parkinson's disease. Participants walked in a lab while sensors tracked their speed, step length, and steadiness. The goal was to see if tail…

This study looked at whether practicing two tasks at once (like walking while talking) can help people with Parkinson's disease. 30 participants did dual task training with either fixed or changing priorities. The goal was to see if this training improves balance, walking, and th…