Power-PD: Testing a flexible hybrid exercise programme

Exercise helps people with Parkinson's manage their symptoms. However, many people need support to be able to exercise regularly. Researchers are testing a group exercise programme which can be completed from home or in person to help build long-term exercise habits. 

Who

25 people with Parkinson's who:

•  are on a stable dose of Parkinson's medication

•  are able to take part in high intensity exercise 

•  and live in or near the London borough of Camden

What

You'll be randomly selected to start the Power-PD class straight away or wait 3 months before taking part.

Wearing a device on your wrist to record your movement during the study.

Taking part in 90 minute exercise classes once a week for 12 weeks. Classes will involve 1 hour of high intensity exercise followed by a 30 minute group discussion. You can join the class in person or from home. 

2 hour home or study site visits before, during and after taking part in the study. These will involve monitoring your movement and wellbeing.

For more information, please read the participant information sheet or visit the Power-PD study website

Interested in taking part?

To take part or if you have any questions, please contact James Alexander by email [email protected].

The deadline for taking part in this research is 13 November 2026.

Deadline
Funded by

National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR)

Research
  • Brain scans
Locations
Location

UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology
London
NW3 2PF
United Kingdom

Contact

James Alexander
Email: [email protected]