Clinical trials
Deep Brain Stimulation clinical trials
Below are recruiting deep brain stimulation clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 193 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT03992625Recruiting
Deep brain stimulation study for Parkinson’s, tremor, or dystonia
This trial studies outcomes after deep brain stimulation (a treatment that uses implanted electrodes) for people with Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor, or dystonia. It may help doctors understand who benefits most and how outcomes change after treatment.
St Louis, MissouriAges Any age - NCT06090682Recruiting
Brain stimulation for Parkinson's with thinking problems
This trial tests a brain stimulation technique (deep brain stimulation) to see if it can help people with Parkinson's disease who also have mild cognitive problems. The goal is to understand how stimulation affects both movement and thinking.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges Up to 75 years - NCT06400901Recruiting
Brain signals during recovery from anesthesia for DBS patients
This trial records brain activity during recovery from general anesthesia in people undergoing deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery. It aims to understand how the brain wakes up after anesthesia.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07838636Recruiting
Exercise program for people with Parkinson's and a deep brain stimulator
This study tests whether a structured physical activity program can improve movement and quality of life for people with Parkinson's who have a deep brain stimulator (DBS) device. Half the participants will do the exercise program, and half will continue usual care, to see if exercise helps manage symptoms.
WarsawAges 50–70 - NCT06542094Recruiting
Brain stimulation for severe depression that hasn't improved with other treatments
This trial tests if deep brain stimulation (a device that sends tiny electrical pulses to mood-related brain areas) can help people with tough-to-treat depression. It uses brain-signal monitoring to see which patterns predict improvement.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–65 - NCT06542224Recruiting
Finding Brain Signals to Guide OCD Deep Brain Stimulation
This study is testing whether brain signals measured during deep brain stimulation (DBS) can help doctors better treat Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. It may offer a new way to personalize treatment for people with severe, treatment-resistant OCD.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–65 - NCT06628752Recruiting
Deep brain stimulation for severe OCD
This study tests a treatment called deep brain stimulation (DBS) for people with severe OCD that hasn't improved with standard therapies. DBS uses a device to send small electrical pulses to specific parts of the brain to help control symptoms.
Umeå, Västerbotten CountyAges 18–65 - NCT07682311Recruiting
Adjusting brain stimulation automatically for Parkinson's
This study tests a new way to adjust deep brain stimulation (DBS) automatically during the day to better control Parkinson's symptoms. It is for people who already have a Percept DBS device but still have motor fluctuations.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 25–75 - NCT07635823Recruiting
Adaptive deep brain stimulation for Parkinson's disease
This study tests a new type of deep brain stimulation (DBS)—a surgical treatment that uses electrical pulses to help control Parkinson's symptoms. Unlike standard DBS, this system adapts automatically to your body's needs. You may qualify if you've never had DBS surgery or if you've had it before and are willing to switch to the new device.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18 years+ - NCT06705296RecruitingPhase 1
Deep brain stimulation for severe PTSD
This trial tests whether deep brain stimulation, a surgery that uses a small device to send electrical pulses to specific brain areas, can help people with severe PTSD that hasn't improved after trying several treatments. It aims to see if this approach is safe and effective for long-lasting symptoms.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–70 - NCT05451251RecruitingPhase 1
Deep brain stimulation for severe trigeminal nerve pain
This trial tests whether deep brain stimulation can reduce intense facial pain from trigeminal neuralgia when medicines and prior procedures have not helped. You may be eligible if you’re an adult with a specific MRI finding near the trigeminal nerve pathway.
Sherbrooke, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT07560904Recruiting
Brain Stimulation to Improve Memory in Cognitive Decline
This study tests a non-invasive brain stimulation technique to help improve working memory (the ability to hold and use information briefly) in people with mild cognitive impairment related to Parkinson's disease or Lewy body disease. The stimulation targets deep brain structures without surgery.
BrnoAges 60–80 - NCT07567599Enrolling by invitation
Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery for Parkinson's Disease
This study follows people with Parkinson's disease who are having a surgical procedure called deep brain stimulation (DBS), where thin electrodes are placed in the brain to help control movement symptoms. Researchers will track how well the surgery works and how it affects daily activities.
Belo Horizonte, Minas GeraisAges Any age - NCT06742450Recruiting
Comparing two ways to stimulate the brain for Parkinson's
This trial compares two methods of deep brain stimulation (constant current vs constant voltage) for people with Parkinson's who already have the device placed but haven't turned it on yet. The goal is to see which method works better.
BeijingAges 18–75 - NCT07427563Recruiting
Cerebellar deep brain stimulation for ataxia
This trial tests whether stimulating a part of the brain called the cerebellum with a device can help improve balance and coordination in people with primary ataxia (a movement disorder you were born with or inherited). It aims to see if this treatment is safe and effective over one year.
Toronto, OntarioAges 20–70 - NCT06818864RecruitingPhase 1
Deep brain stimulation for memory after brain injury
This trial tests if deep brain stimulation (DBS) can improve memory and thinking for people who have had a traumatic brain injury. DBS uses a small device placed in the brain to send gentle electrical pulses.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–70 - NCT07410598Recruiting
Testing a new way to use deep brain stimulation at home
This study tests a new type of brain stimulation called patterned stimulation for people with Parkinson's who already have a deep brain stimulation (DBS) device. It aims to see if using this special stimulation at home is safe and comfortable.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18–80 - NCT07398157Recruiting
24-hour adaptive deep brain stimulation for Parkinson's
This trial tests a new deep brain stimulation system that adapts in real time to improve symptom control over 24 hours, especially for people with daytime fluctuations or sleep problems despite standard DBS.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07376278Recruiting
Deep brain stimulation outcomes in Parkinson's disease
This study looks at factors that predict how well deep brain stimulation (DBS) works for people with Parkinson's disease. If you are considering DBS, joining this research could help doctors better understand who benefits most from the procedure.
Hong KongAges 18–75 - NCT07341230Recruiting
Deep brain stimulation for alcohol addiction
This trial tests if deep brain stimulation can help people with severe alcohol addiction who haven't been helped by other treatments. It involves implanting a device to stimulate brain areas linked to addiction.
Cambridge, CambridgeshireAges 18–60 - NCT07288437Recruiting
Deep brain stimulation for SCA6 ataxia
This study tests if deep brain stimulation (putting a device in the brain to send mild electrical pulses) can improve balance and movement in people with spinocerebellar ataxia type 6 (SCA6), a genetic condition that causes trouble walking and coordination.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 21–89 - NCT05995951Recruiting
Deep brain stimulation for severe OCD
This trial tests whether deep brain stimulation (a surgical implant that sends electrical pulses to part of your brain) can help people with severe obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) that has not improved with standard treatments.
Petah TikvaAges 18–75 - NCT06914466Recruiting
DBS for sleep problems in Parkinson's disease
This study looks at how deep brain stimulation (DBS) affects sleep problems in people with Parkinson's disease. It aims to understand brain changes and improve sleep quality.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 19–80 - NCT07218081RecruitingPhase 1
Intermittent deep brain stimulation for early Alzheimer's
This trial tests a treatment that sends gentle electrical pulses to a part of the brain involved in memory and thinking. It is for people with early-stage Alzheimer's who live at home and have a caregiver who can help.
Augusta, GeorgiaAges 65–85
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for deep brain stimulation?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 193 recruiting deep brain stimulation studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a deep brain stimulation trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a deep brain stimulation trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.