A Behavioral Digital Intervention For Parkinson's Disease

Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age18+
SponsorEgas Moniz - Cooperativa de Ensino Superior, CRL

About this trial

The goal of this interventional, quasi-experimental study is to evaluate whether a digital dual-task exercise and behavioral program can improve physical activity and influence patient-reported outcomes in people with Parkinson's disease.

The main questions it aims to answer are:

1. Is the MOVE ON UP digital intervention feasible and acceptable, based on recruitment, retention, adherence, and safety? 2. Does participation in the program lead to increased physical activity levels? 3. Does the intervention produce exploratory improvements in patient-reported outcomes such as motor symptoms, balance confidence, and quality of life?

Because the study includes a comparison group, researchers will compare participants receiving the MOVE ON UP digital intervention with participants receiving usual care to determine whether the digital program produces measurable behavioral and functional changes.

Participants will:

1. Complete baseline and post-intervention assessments of physical activity and patient-reported outcomes. 2. Engage in an 8-week digital dual-task exercise program, including:

2.1 Structured dual-task exercise sessions delivered digitally. 2.2 Educational content related to Parkinson's disease and physical activity. 2.3 Behavioral support elements informed by the COM-B model. 3. Use the digital platform to follow the program and complete follow-up questionnaires.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

Diagnosis of idiopathic Parkinson's disease (self-reported; verification requested from treating physician or neurologist when possible)

Hoehn and Yahr stages I-IV (mild to moderate disease severity; ambulatory with or without assistance)

Age 18 years or older

Access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone with reliable internet connection

Disqualifiers

Self-reported severe cognitive impairment that would preclude understanding and following exercise instructions, based on clinical judgment of referring provider or study coordinator following screening conversation

Significant active psychiatric problems (e.g., untreated major depression, psychosis, substance abuse) that would interfere with participation or adherence

Pregnancy

Anticipated inability to complete the 8-week intervention period due to planned surgery, extended travel, or other commitments

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Digital Exercise Program

Treatment groups

68 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groups

Locations

This trial has no locations

Sponsors and collaborators

Egas Moniz - Cooperativa de Ensino Superior, CRL

Lead sponsor

Young Parkies Portugal

Collaborator

Aristotle University Of Thessaloniki

Collaborator

Università degli Studi "G. d'Annunzio" Chieti-Pescara

Collaborator

Omišalj-Njivice Gymnastics Club

Collaborator