Exercise therapy for prevention of falls in people with Parkinsons disease: a randomised controlled trial. [ 2008 - 2012 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Colleen Canning (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Victor Fung ,  Dr Mark Latt ,  Prof Catherine Sherrington (Member of) ,  Prof Jacqueline Close
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Brief description Despite optimal medication regimes, people with Parkinson's disease frequently and recurrently experience falls. Up to 68% of the 100,000 people living in Australia with Parkinson's disease fall every year and fall-related injuries are the most common reason why people with Parkinson's disease are admitted to hospital. This project will implement an exercise program targeting risk factors for falls and will determine the efficacy and the cost effectiveness of the program.

Funding Amount $AUD 598,820.07

Funding Scheme NHMRC Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant