Improving postural stability in people with Parkinson's disease using textured insoles.

Funding Activity

Website
http://purl.org/au-research/grants/nhmrc/GNT1048447

Funding Status
Closed

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Funded Activity Summary

Falls are a major health and injury problem for people with Parkinson's disease (PD). In this study we propose to undertake a randomised control trial to determine the efficacy of textured insoles to improve postural stability and reduce falls risk in people with Parkinson’s disease. The success of such an inexpensive device would result in improved health outcomes for individuals and large savings in health care through a reduction in fall-related injuries.

Funded Activity Details

Start Date: 01-01-2013

End Date: 01-01-2018

Funding Scheme: Project Grants

Funding Amount: $968,538.00

Funder: National Health and Medical Research Council

Research Topics

ANZSRC Field of Research (FoR)

Geriatrics and Gerontology

ANZSRC Socio-Economic Objective (SEO)

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Other Keywords

Parkinson disease | balance | balance impairment | falls prevention | footwear | gait | injury prevention | risk prediction

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