At the 7th World Parkinson Congress 2026, clinical findings were presented from a case study developed and conducted in collaboration with Parkinson Wellness Recovery (PWR!) in Tucson, Arizona, evaluating the use of NUSHU smart shoes and adaptive vibrotactile feedback during a four-session gait rehabilitation program for a person living with Parkinson’s disease and significant freezing of gait (FOG).
The study demonstrated measurable improvements across multiple mobility outcomes, particularly during cognitively demanding dual-task scenarios where freezing of gait symptoms are often more pronounced.
Key findings included:
Reduced freezing of gait scores during vibrotactile cueing sessions
Improved gait performance under cognitive load
Reinforcement of rehabilitation training effects through adaptive real-time feedback
These findings contribute to the growing body of evidence supporting wearable, data-driven rehabilitation technologies designed to enhance mobility and support real-world Parkinson’s care.
We were pleased to share these results with clinicians, researchers, rehabilitation specialists, industry leaders, and members of the Parkinson’s community at WPC 2026 in Phoenix.
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