Adapted Physical Activity and Tango-Based Therapy for Parkinson's Disease: A Pilot Study (NCT07736014) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Adapted Physical Activity and Tango-Based Therapy for Parkinson's Disease: A Pilot Study
Italy27 participantsStarted 2024-10-17
Plain-language summary
The purpose of this clinical research is to evaluate the effectiveness of a structured Tango-based (Riabilitango®) therapy compared to a conventional Motor Reconditioning program and a Control group in individuals diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease. The study assesses changes in motor performance, balance, gait kinematics, functional strenght, and health-related quality of life over a 3-month intervention period and a 3-month post-intervention follow-up.
Who can participate
Age range
50 Years – 80 Years
Sex
ALL
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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* Confirmed clinical diagnosis of idiopathic Parkinson's Disease.
* Mild to moderate disease severity (Hoehn and Yahr stage I-III).
* Ability to walk independently (with or without assistive devices).
* Stable antiparkinsonian pharmacological treatment for at least 4 weeks prior to enrollment.
* Ability to understand study procedures and willingness to sign the Informed Consent document.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Severe cognitive impairment or dementia preventing comprehension of instructions or active participation.
* Severe cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, or other neurological conditions that impair safe exercise participation or gait evaluation.
* Surgical interventions that directly affect mobility or dynamic balance (e.g., Deep Brain Stimulation or recent major orthopedic surgery).
* Concurrent participation in other physical rehabilitation programs or clinical trials during the study period.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1This was a small pilot study that's already completed — does that mean the results are available, and if so, what did they show about motor function changes measured by the UPDRS Part III scale?
2Since this study used tango dancing and adapted physical activity rather than medication, how does my doctor think this kind of movement-based approach might fit alongside my current Parkinson's treatment plan?
3Pilot studies are designed to test whether something is worth studying further — so how confident can we really be in any early findings here, and is there a larger follow-up trial I might be able to look into?
4Given that Parkinson's motor symptoms were the main thing being tracked in this study, would my doctor recommend I try a structured dance or movement program now, even outside of a formal trial setting?
5Are there any risks specific to tango-based exercise for someone at my stage of Parkinson's — for example, concerns about balance, falls, or physical strain — that I should weigh before exploring this kind of therapy?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Change in Unified Parkinson's Disease Rating Scale (UPDRS) Part III Motor Examination Score