Parkinson’s gait stimulation study
Who can participate in this Parkinson’s gait stimulation study?
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 assess the effects of stimulation
During the study visit, participants will:
- Have stimulation (either vibration or mild electrical pulses) applied to their feet
- Have PD symptoms assessed
- Be asked to walk on a floor mat with sensors to measure gait
- Have brain activity recorded using a non-invasive technique called EEG
Contact Person
Dr Anna Murphy
Principal Investigator
Phone: (03) 9265 1453
Email: [email protected]
