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Despite increasing evidence on exercise in Parkinson's disease (PD) it remains unclear what type and intensity of exercise are most effective. Currently, most evidence favors moderate- to high-intensity aerobic exercise for its positive effects on motor symptoms as well as disease modifying potential. On the other hand, observational studies have shown that the sheer volume of exercise matters as well, independent of intensity. So far, the efficacy of the volume of exercise has not been confirmed by randomized controlled trials (RCTs). Here, we provide an overview of the ongoing RCTs that promote physical activity in daily life in PD. We found seven RCTs with sample sizes between 30 and 452 and a follow-up between 4 weeks and 12 months. Steps per day is the most commonly reported primary outcome measure. The ongoing RCTs will provide evidence for feasibility, whereafter the PD research field is ready for a next step and to explore the effect of physical activity on disease progression and PD symptoms.
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