This study is examining the safety and effectiveness of the 9zest mobile rehabilitation app for independent older adults with Parkinson’s disease. The main outcomes to be measured are number of falls during exercise and the usability of the app. This study is recruiting in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The details
The 9zest app delivers physical therapy for a variety of movement disorders, including Parkinson’s disease. Using built-in technology, the app chooses the best exercise regimen based on the user’s symptoms and level of function. The exercises are designed to improve strength, balance, range of motion, and endurance. The app regularly adjusts the regimen as the user’s needs change.
This study is determining how safe and effective the 9zest app is for independent older adults with Parkinson’s disease. Motor performance is evaluated with tests in the app. Mobility-related quality of life is measured using the Parkinson’s Disease Questionnaire. Participants are to also report side effects and falls during exercise.
Who are they looking for?
This study is recruiting 300 participants. Participants must be able to stand without help for 10 minutes. Walking, standing, and balance must be unassisted. Participants must be on stable Parkinson’s disease medications and deep brain stimulation for 3 months before entry.
Individuals that do not pass a cognition screening cannot participate. Individuals with any other conditions that prevent exercise or increase health risk cannot participate. Individuals who experienced any falls requiring physician evaluation within the past year cannot participate. Individuals already following an exercise program for more than 1 hour per week cannot participate.
How will it work
Participants are to use the app in 1-hour sessions 3 times per week for 12 weeks (the end of the study).
At time of entry, participants will be tested in the app to measure their motor performance. 10 questions from the Parkinson’s Disease Questionnaire will be used to measure mobility-related quality of life. These are repeated at 4, 8, and 12 weeks to determine app effectiveness.
At the end of the study, participants are to report any side effects and falls during exercise using the app. Participants also report the app’s ease of use for exercise.
