Take part in a research study exploring better mobility for people with Parkinson’s

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People with Parkinson’s disease can have trouble walking due to slow movements (bradykinesia), freezing and falls. A new study, called STEPS II, is looking to confirm whether an existing treatment for multiple sclerosis and stroke patients could be useful for bradykinesia, how it works and if it has any other potential benefits.

The treatment, called functional electrical stimulation (FES), involves the patient wearing a small device on their leg which delivers an electrical impulse to nerves. This effectively moves leg muscles and so aims to improve the gait of the user.

The research team is hoping to assess whether FES could aid the mobility of those with Parkinson’s disease.They are looking for people who:

• live with Parkinson's disease
• live in North Wales
• have slow mobility

If you think you would be suitable for this study please contact Claire Watkins or Julia Roberts to express your interest.

For more information about the study visit the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board website.