Laser pointer exercises aim to steady Parkinson's patients
NCT ID NCT07322939
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether adding visual feedback exercises—using a laser pointer—to standard physical therapy can improve balance and mobility in people with Parkinson's disease. 32 participants will be randomly assigned to either standard exercises alone or standard exercises plus laser-guided movements for 8 weeks. The goal is to see if the extra visual cues help with postural control and daily activities.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- visual feedback exercise program using a laser pointer
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a simple, low-cost way to improve balance and daily movement for people with Parkinson's.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 32 people, so results may not apply to everyone. The added benefit of the laser exercises may be small.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 32 people
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- Started
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Dec 2025
- Expected to finish
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May 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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18 to 85 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria * Individuals diagnosed with idiopathic Parkinson's disease * Disease severity classified as stage 1 to 3 according to the Modified Hoehn and Yahr Scale * Patients receiving oral antiparkinsonian treatment only Exclusion Critera * Presence of musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, or vestibular disorders that may interfere with the completion of the assessments or treatment protocol * Presence of additional neurological or psychiatric disorders other than Parkinson's disease * Presence of visual impairment insufficient to perceive visual feedback
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Locations
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Hasan Kalyoncu University
RECRUITINGGaziantep, Şahinbey, 27000, Turkey (Türkiye)
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