How do changes to face and body movement affect people with Parkinson’s?
Researchers at the University of Manchester want to understand how symptoms of Parkinson’s which cause changes to face and body movement, affect people with the condition. They are particularly interested in how these changes impact communication and social relationships.
320 people with Parkinson’s.
Unfortunately, those diagnosed with any other neurological conditions such as dementia or severe mental health issues such as depression are unable to take part.
• Completing an online questionnaire which will take up to 80 minutes to complete
• 20 people will be asked at random to take part in an online interview that will take 1 hour to complete
Participants can take part with the support of a family member, friend or a member of the research team.
Those who take part in an interview will receive a £10 e-voucher for their time.
For more information, please read the participant information sheet for the survey and the participant information sheet for the interview. Or contact the study team at [email protected] or 0161 275 7997.
Interested in taking part?
To take part please complete the online survey.
Please contact Karen Lander by email at [email protected] or call 0161 275 7997 if you have any further questions.
The deadline for taking part in this research is 31 December 2026.
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