Effects of different exercises on improving gait performance in patients with Parkinson's disease: a systematic review and network meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Gait disorder represents a characteristic symptom of Parkinson's disease (PD), and exercise has been established as an effective intervention for gait management in PD. However, the relative efficacy of various exercise types in improving gait among PD patients remains unclear. This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of different movement-based interventions in enhancing gait for individuals with PD through a network meta-analysis.

Methods

A comprehensive search was conducted across multiple databases, including PubMed, Cochrane Library, Embase, Web of Science, and CNKI. The methodological quality of included studies was evaluated using the Cochrane Bias risk tool. Data was extracted from these studies to compare the efficacy of 29 distinct exercise intervent

SUBMITTER: Li Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11897016 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature