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Behavioural Intervention

High-Intensity Interval Training for Parkinson's Disease (PD HIIT Trial)

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Recruiting
Led By Tiffany B Salido, DPT, PhD
Research Sponsored by Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Ability to walk independently with or without an assistive device
Diagnosis of Parkinson's disease
Must not have
Bone instability (non-consolidated fractures, unstable spinal column, severe osteoporosis)
Muscle or ligament tears
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 8-10 weeks
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Summary

This trial aims to see if including arm and hand exercises with leg exercises in high intensity circuit exercises can improve reaction time, balance, functional measures, gait speed, and quality of life in people with

Who is the study for?
This trial is for individuals with Parkinson's Disease who are interested in participating in an exercise program. The study will include people willing to complete 8 high-intensity circuit training classes focusing on different body parts.
What is being tested?
The study tests whether a combination of arm and hand exercises with leg exercises can improve reaction time, balance, functional measures, gait speed, and quality of life compared to just leg exercises.
What are the potential side effects?
While not explicitly stated, potential side effects may include muscle soreness, fatigue, joint pain or discomfort due to the intensity of the exercise regimen.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below
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I can walk on my own, with or without help from a device.
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I have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.
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My Parkinson's disease is mild to moderately severe.

Exclusion Criteria

You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:
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I have unstable bones or severe osteoporosis.
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I have a muscle or ligament tear.
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My blood pressure is not controlled by medication.
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My diabetes is not under control.
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I have a heart condition that limits my ability to walk or exercise.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~8-10 weeks
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 8-10 weeks for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
10 meter Walk Test
6 minute walk test
9-hole peg test (timed, higher scores mean worse outcome)
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Trial Design

2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Lower extremity and upper extremity exerciseExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Exercises in the circuit (8 total) will focus on the lower extremity (4) and upper extremity (4)
Group II: Lower extremity exerciseActive Control1 Intervention
Exercises in the circuit (8 total) will focus on the lower extremity (4) alone.

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Pacific Northwest University of Health SciencesLead Sponsor
9 Previous Clinical Trials
2,156 Total Patients Enrolled
Tiffany B Salido, DPT, PhDPrincipal InvestigatorPacific Northwest University of Health Sciences
~42 spots leftby Nov 2025
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