Testing a home-based exercise programme
A PhD researcher at the University of Kent is exploring if a home-based exercise programme could be beneficial for people with Parkinson’s. They want to find out if the programme improves movement and wellbeing.
18 people with Parkinson’s
• who are aged 40 or over
• are able to walk 10m without assistance
• and have been taking a stable dose of Parkinson's medication for 1 month before starting the research
Unfortunately, those diagnosed with any other neurological conditions, such as dementia, are unable to take part.
A 30 minute online screening call with the researcher.
Taking part in 45 minute home-based exercises, 3 times a week for 12 weeks.
Attending 4 visits at the University of Kent during these 12 weeks:
• At these visits, you will complete surveys and physical assessments
• The assessments will involve wearing small sticky markers on your skin and clothing to capture movement
• Visits will take up to 2 hours
After 24 weeks, you will be invited to a final 2 hour study visit to complete surveys and physical assessments.
You will be reimbursed £25 for taking part and to cover travel expenses.
Interested in taking part?
For more information, please read the participant information sheet.
Scroll down to find your nearest study site location, click on the arrow, and contact the relevant research team.
The deadline for taking part in this research is 1 April 2026.
If you have any questions, please contact Lewis Ball by email [email protected] or phone 07749 256 652.
Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences (SERS) PhD Scholarship – UoK Post Graduate Scholarships - UKRI
University of Kent
Sports Centre
Canterbury
CT2 7NL
United Kingdom