Assessments

Below are some examples of tests participants may undergo:

Neuroimaging

PET Scanner

• In a PET scan we can look at levels of certain brain chemicals (e.g. dopamine) in particular areas of the brain.

MRI Scanner

• In a MRI scan we look at the structures of the brain.

Cognitive

Neuropsychological Tests

• Reaction Time tasks

• Questionnaires

• STROOP task

• Memory tasks

• Smell Test

• Clinical Examination (by Dr. Bohnen or Dr. Dowling)

Mobility

Posture

• Typical Posture Data

Gait

• Typical Gait Data

Eye Movements

• Typical Eye Movement Data

Finger Tapping

• Finger Tapping Device

Foot Tapping

Tremorometer

• Tremorometer Device

Diary Study

• Wear an activity monitor (step counter)

• Keep a fall diary

• Pedometer Device