Title: A Multimodal Exercise Program With Gamification for Parkinson Disease (MEP+G)

Summary

In this pilot study the research will explore whether exercises and the outcome measures would be acceptable to conduct a more detailed research study. This 8 week pilot study will utilize a comprehensive exercise program that includes non-contact boxing along with computerized games for individuals with Parkinson Disease.

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

* Hoehn and Yahr stages 1-3 disease as determined by primary care physician, neurologist, or movement disorder specialist
* diagnosis of idiopathic Parkinson's Disease
* ability to ambulate with or without an assistive device
* transportation to and from testing site
* ability to stand unassisted for 10 minutes
* stable on Parkinson's disease medications for 3 months as determined by physician
* medical clearance by their PCP, neurologist, or movement disorder specialist to participate in a moderate to vigorous exercise program.

Exclusion Criteria:

* other neurological disease other than Parkinson's disease
* having had deep brain stimulation within the past 3 months , as determined by their physician
* currently participating in a Rock Steady boxing program
* self-report participation in moderate to vigorous exercise greater than 60 minutes per week.

  * required

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