Stevens Institute of Technology · Biomedical EngineeringZaferiou Lab
Antonia Zaferiou · Hoboken, New Jersey
Research Focus
Dr. Antonia Zaferiou's lab explores innovative techniques to improve balance and mobility in adults with Parkinson's disease. One focus is on using music-based biofeedback to help patients enhance their stability during common movements, especially turning while walking. The lab aims to integrate this approach into existing physical therapy practices to reduce fall risks and increase self-efficacy for individuals facing challenges related to balance control.
music-based biofeedbackParkinson's diseasebalance controlfall preventionturning gaitrehabilitation therapybiomechanicsmusical interventionself-efficacymobility enhancement
Research Aims
5AIM 01Evaluate the feasibility of using musical biofeedback to enhance balance during turning tasks.
AIM 02Assess the effectiveness of different intervention groups in improving balance control.
AIM 03Investigate participant recruitment and retention strategies for future studies.
AIM 04Develop a new integrative therapy option for Parkinson's disease rehabilitation.
AIM 05Measure implementation fidelity and adherence to the intervention protocols.
Skills the Lab Values
biofeedback techniqueswalking gait analysisbalance training methodologiesdata collection and analysisfeasibility studiesclinical trial designpatient recruitment strategiesintervention implementationcognitive assessment techniquesmusic therapy applications
Output against the department
Publications39bottom 4% of dept.571st of 595
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Citations412bottom 3% of dept.579th of 595
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