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Introduction <p>Exercise plays a vital role in the management of Parkinson’s disease (PD), and patients are increasingly turning to digital platforms like YouTube for guidance. However, uncertainties regarding the content quality and scientific reliability of exercise videos on these platforms require further evaluation.</p> Objective <p>This study aimed to examine the content quality and reliability of exercise-themed videos on Youtube platform related to PD.</p> Methods <p>Exercise videos related to PD were searched for in English on the YouTube platform. The videos were viewed simultaneously by two physical therapists experienced in this field. A total of 183 videos were searched using keywords, but only 81 videos that met the inclusion criteria were analyzed. Content quality was assessed using mDISCERN scale, Global Quality Score (GQS), and Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) benchmarks. Video characteristics were recorded.</p> Results <p>Among the videos, 17% were low-, 37% medium-, and 56% high-quality. The most common upload sources were Non-Commercial Organization or Community Group (<i>n</i> = 44), Other Health Professional (<i>n</i> = 12), and Commercial sources (<i>n</i> = 12). Significant differences were found in mDISCERN and JAMA scores, duration, days since upload, and dislikes per day data among the low, medium, and high-quality groups (<i>p</i> &lt; 0.001, <i>p</i> = 0.025, <i>p</i> = 0.024, <i>p</i> = 0.003, and <i>p</i> = 0.029, respectively). Combination exercises (<i>n</i> = 37), informational videos (<i>n</i> = 13), and balance and coordination exercises (<i>n</i> = 11) were the most frequently shared.</p> Conclusions <p>In conclusion, while YouTube provides ample access to exercise-related content for individuals with PD, our findings indicate inconsistent overall quality and reliability of these videos, with lower-quality content being more prevalent, particularly in videos uploaded by non-experts. These findings highlight the need for professionally prepared resources and greater expert involvement for patients and caregivers to enhance the safety and educational value of online exercise content for PD.</p>

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Content quality and reliability of YouTube exercise videos for Parkinson’s disease

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    2026年4月3日

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  • Cimen Olçay Demir,
  • Aylin Aydogdu Delibay,
  • Nisa Turutgen,
  • Humeyra Kiloatar,
  • Simge Donmez

摘要

Introduction

Exercise plays a vital role in the management of Parkinson’s disease (PD), and patients are increasingly turning to digital platforms like YouTube for guidance. However, uncertainties regarding the content quality and scientific reliability of exercise videos on these platforms require further evaluation.

Objective

This study aimed to examine the content quality and reliability of exercise-themed videos on Youtube platform related to PD.

Methods

Exercise videos related to PD were searched for in English on the YouTube platform. The videos were viewed simultaneously by two physical therapists experienced in this field. A total of 183 videos were searched using keywords, but only 81 videos that met the inclusion criteria were analyzed. Content quality was assessed using mDISCERN scale, Global Quality Score (GQS), and Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) benchmarks. Video characteristics were recorded.

Results

Among the videos, 17% were low-, 37% medium-, and 56% high-quality. The most common upload sources were Non-Commercial Organization or Community Group (n = 44), Other Health Professional (n = 12), and Commercial sources (n = 12). Significant differences were found in mDISCERN and JAMA scores, duration, days since upload, and dislikes per day data among the low, medium, and high-quality groups (p < 0.001, p = 0.025, p = 0.024, p = 0.003, and p = 0.029, respectively). Combination exercises (n = 37), informational videos (n = 13), and balance and coordination exercises (n = 11) were the most frequently shared.

Conclusions

In conclusion, while YouTube provides ample access to exercise-related content for individuals with PD, our findings indicate inconsistent overall quality and reliability of these videos, with lower-quality content being more prevalent, particularly in videos uploaded by non-experts. These findings highlight the need for professionally prepared resources and greater expert involvement for patients and caregivers to enhance the safety and educational value of online exercise content for PD.