Research call-out: Parkinson’s lived experience advisory group
The University of Tasmania is establishing a lived experience advisory group as part of the ParkinsonNet research project. This opportunity will have you joining the University of Tasmania research team with around 8 other people living with Parkinson’s to provide advice related to your lived experience. What is ParkinsonNet? ParkinsonNet is a model of care […]
Research call-out: Apathy and Motivation in Parkinson’s
Parkinson’s disease is usually considered a disorder of movement, but many patients also suffer from problems with thinking and motivation. At the Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health at Monash University, they will conduct research into the difficulties with cognition and motivation commonly faced by individuals with Parkinson’s. Their goal is to better understand […]
Research call-out: Improving wellbeing in women with Parkinson’s through exercise
About the study One of Fight Parkinson’s inaugural seed fund grant recipient projects is recruiting volunteers. The project – Improving Wellbeing in Women with Lived Experience of Parkinson’s Disease Using Community-Based Gym Exercises – seeks participants for an eight-week program to be run in Box Hill, Victoria. Existing research shows exercise can help improve Parkinson’s […]
Research call-out: Peripheral stimulation as a treatment for Parkinson’s disease gait impairments
Who can participate? Individuals with Parkinson’s disease who: Have walking impairments Are less than 85 years old Have no other neurological condition What does it involve? Visiting the Kingston Centre, Cheltenham Attend an initial 3-hr information & assessment session If eligible, 5 consecutive visits to the Kingston Centre for daily stimulation Two follow-up visits to […]
Research call-out: Can Alexa Help Improve Speech in Parkinson’s?
About the Study This research aims to determine if Alexa’s voice assistant technology (VAT) can help people with Parkinson’s improve their speech volume and clarity. By providing external prompts and allowing multiple attempts in a stress-free environment, Alexa may encourage clearer speech. The findings will offer insights into whether smart speakers can be an effective […]
Research call-out: A clinical trial for essential tremor and Parkinson’s disease
‘TREMOR’ is a Phase II clinical trial located at Icon Cancer Centre Richmond, Victoria and involves one treatment session of high dose, highly targeted stereotactic radiation therapy, followed by ongoing neurological assessments. Conventional treatment for essential tremor or Parkinson’s related tremor involves deep brain stimulation, an invasive surgical procedure which many patients are unsuitable for […]
Research call-out: Gym-based strength training for people with early onset Parkinson’s
This type of progressive, weight-based strength training focuses on three large, multi-joint exercises used to build muscle strength and coordination: the squat, deadlift and bench press. The project has modified these exercises to ensure safety and allow adequate rest time. All gym sessions are supervised one-to-one by personal trainers who have been educated in safe […]
Research call-out: Neuropsychological Assessment in Parkinson’s Disease
In the first stage of the research they are aiming to engage as many people as possible with Parkinson’s and their family members across Australia to gain their views and experiences of cognitive assessments and diagnosis of Parkinsons disease dementia. The project will consist of different forms of participation to choose from such as focus […]
Research call-out: Pain Characteristics and Management in Parkinson’s
This project is investigating: the characteristics of pain symptoms in people with Parkinson’s; and the practices of people with Parkinson’s in the management of pain. It is expected that this research project will result in: a comprehensive profile of pain experienced by people with Parkinson’s; a deeper understanding of the needs of people with Parkinson’s […]
Research call-out: Drooling in Parkinson’s
In particular, the research project will look at whether spontaneous swallowing is reduced in Parkinson’s compared to healthy controls. It is estimated that up to 74% of people with Parkinson’s experience drooling – a symptom that can impact self-confidence, speech, eating and social interaction. What does it involve? Participants will be required to make a […]