An Integrated and Personalized Lifestyle Approach for People with Parkinson's Disease

Summary

The goal of this study is to investigate the effects of a combined lifestyle program on the quality of life in people with Parkinson's Disease. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups, both receiving standard care, a Parkinson Lifestyle Decision aid and an intake meeting with a lifestyle coach. One group will work on their goals independently, while the other group will get guidance from the lifestyle coach throughout the 12-month program. The program focuses on self-management, exercise, nutrition, sleep and stress. Participants will complete questionnaires after 0, 6 and 12 months, and use a wearable sensor for two weeks. The main outcome is quality of life over 12 months, measured with the PDQ-39 questionnaire. The study also examines personal goal achievements, symptom changes, and the economic effects of the program.

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

* Parkinson's disease (idiopathic) in all stages of severity
* Proficient in Dutch, for both the data collection (questionnaires) and the intervention (all of the apps/modules are in Dutch)
* Aged 18 or older

Exclusion Criteria:

* Cognitive impairments that do not allow to fill out the questionnaires, as judged by the researcher during the screening call.
* Not in possession of or no access to an electronic device that allows for (video) calls with a lifestyle coach, and to complete questionnaires.
* Planned surgery or a planned major change in healthcare provision.

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