The Fine Motor Dexterity Under Dual Task in Parkinson's Disease

The Contribution of the Dual Task Interference on the Dexterity Related Activities of Daily Living in Parkinson's Disease

This study was planned to investigate the contribution of dual task interference on dexterity related ADL disability in patients with Parkinson's disease. We hypothesised that the dual task interference is an indicator of dexterity related ADL difficulties.

We planned this study as a cross sectional trial. 53 patients with Parkinson's disease will be evaluated under 2 different task by nine hole peg test. Besides this assessment the cardinal symptoms (bradykinesia, tremor, rigidity) will be evaluated to determine their contribution on the ADL performance.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Diagnosis of idiopathic Parkinson's disease according to the criteria of the United Kingdom brain Bank by neurologist
• Age 50-90 range
• having sufficient cognitive status according to the Mini Mental Status Evaluation (24 or above from the Mini Mental Test)

Exclusion Criteria:

• Having orthopedic and neurological disorders affecting hand function,
• Having sensory problems,
• Having Diabetus mellitus