Human Research Coordination

Do you have Parkinson’s disease? You may be eligible for a research study investigating how Parkinson’s disease motor symptoms relate to performing fast movement. We are currently conducting a research study about Parkinson’s motor symptoms and we are looking for adults with PD who are interested in participating. We are interested in how different motor symptoms affect fast movements in people with Parkinson’s disease. Participating in this study would involve one 1-hour visit at University of Delaware. You would perform some clinical tests of motor symptoms similar to the assessments your PT or neurologist would perform, including tasks like finger tapping to measure bradykinesia and touching your finger to your nose to measure tremor. We would also test your grip strength, and have you perform some laboratory tests that involve pushing against a force device with your index finger many times quickly to see how your brain controls fast muscular contractions. If you participate, we will give you a copy of your clinical symptom tests.

Inclusion criteria include individuals with a diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease. Exclusion criteria include individuals with another neurological or movement disorder in addition to Parkinson’s Disease.

Please contact Rebecca Daniels at rdaniels@udel.edu to express your interest. She will determine if you are eligible and if so, schedule a study visit.