Overview
Patients with Parkinson's disease who apply to the Hasan Kalyoncu University Application and Research Center and meet the inclusion criteria will be included in the study. The included participants will be randomly assigned into either the intervention group or the control group using a sealed-envelope method. Both groups will undergo a standard exercise program, consisting of posture, strengthening, and balance training, under the supervision of a physiotherapist for 8 weeks, 3 days per week. In addition to this, the intervention group will receive an additional exercise program incorporating visual feedback using a laser pointer, targeting the trunk and lower extremities, also under the supervision of a physiotherapist for 8 weeks, 3 days per week.
Description
This study aims to investigate the effects of visual feedback exercise training focused on balance, postural control, and lower extremity mobility using a laser pointer, in addition to standard rehabilitation, on activity and participation in individuals with Parkinson's disease.
- Hypotheses
H1: Incorporating visual feedback-based trunk and lower extremity exercises using a laser pointer into standard rehabilitation improves body structure and function in individuals with Parkinson's disease.
H2: Incorporating visual feedback-based trunk and lower extremity exercises using a laser pointer into standard rehabilitation enhances activity and participation in individuals with Parkinson's disease.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria
- Individuals diagnosed with idiopathic Parkinson's disease
- Disease severity classified as stage 1 to 3 according to the Modified Hoehn and Yahr Scale
- Patients receiving oral antiparkinsonian treatment only
Exclusion Critera
- Presence of musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, or vestibular disorders that may interfere with the completion of the assessments or treatment protocol
- Presence of additional neurological or psychiatric disorders other than Parkinson's disease
- Presence of visual impairment insufficient to perceive visual feedback