Home physical therapy versus telerehabilitation in improving motor function and quality of life in Parkinson's disease: a randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Over the past few years, the development of telerehabilitation has advanced rapidly. Patients with Parkinson's disease (PwPD) often have difficulty with mobility, making it challenging for them to perform centre-based exercise.This study aims to compare the effectiveness and adherence of home physical therapy (HPT) and telerehabilitation (TR) in mitigating motor symptoms and improving the quality of life in patients with mild to moderate Parkinson's disease.

Methods

This randomized controlled trial included a total of 190 patients who underwent in-person eligibility assessment, with 100 allocated to the HPT group and 90 to the TR group. Both interventions consisted of home-based training sessions lasting 40-60 min and were conducted five times a week for 4 weeks.

SUBMITTER: Ge Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11583509 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature