Low vs High Load Training for Parkinson's Disease
Low Versus High Load Training and Parkinson's Disease
- Age
- 50 – 85
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Treatment
- Participants needed
- 60 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- University of Miami · Other
This trial is looking for older adults with Parkinson's disease to compare different types of weight training. Participants will either do high-load or low-load resistance exercises to see how it affects their muscle strength and daily activities.
You may be able to join if
- I have Parkinson's disease stages 1 to 3.
- I can walk 50 meters by myself.
- I can understand and communicate in English.
- I have a Montreal Cognitive Assessment score above 18.
You may not be able to join if
- I have uncontrolled heart issues or other neuromuscular diseases.
- I have a serious autoimmune condition like rheumatoid arthritis.
- I have an unresolved injury or surgery to my arms or legs that stops me from doing weight training.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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Check Your EligibilityThis study will compare the effects of high-load resistance training to low-load resistance training, on measures of muscle strength and power and tests of daily performance in older adults with Parkinson's disease.
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