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Examination of the Immediate Effects of SPIDER-Based Exercise Therapy for Patients with Parkinson’s Disease

Year: 2023

Type: article

Abstract: [Purpose] The purpose of this study was to evaluate the immediate effect of exercise therapy using the SPIDER on the balance ability of patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD). [Participants and Methods] Ten patients with PD underwent exercise therapy with and without SPIDER, and the effects were compared. Effectiveness was measured by the Timed up and Go Test (TUG), Functional Reach Test (FRT), and 10-meter walk test. The exercise task consisted of 10 squats and 10 back-and-forth steps each. [Results] TUG, FRT, and walking speed significantly improved with SPIDER. No significant differences were found without SPIDER. [Conclusion] The results of this study suggest that exercise therapy using SPIDER has an immediate effect on the dynamic balance ability of PD patients.

Source: Rigakuryoho Kagaku

DOI: 10.1589/rika.38.229

Authors: Yuki SOTOME, Ryo ONUMA, Yasushi KURIHARA, Tadamitsu MATSUDA

Institutions: Mejiro University, Josai International University, Juntendo University

Language: English

Topic: Balance, Gait, and Falls Prevention

Subfield: Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4385820176

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