Clinical trials · Minneapolis–St. Paul, MN
Deep Brain Stimulation clinical trials in Minneapolis–St. Paul
We’re tracking 11 recruiting deep brain stimulation studies with a site in or near Minneapolis–St. Paul — including Early Phase 1 and Phase 1 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Minneapolis–St. Paul
- NCT05962489Recruiting
Sleep-focused DBS therapy study for Parkinson’s disease
This study looks at a sleep-focused approach to brain stimulation (DBS) in people with Parkinson’s disease. You may be able to join if you’re planning or scheduled for specific DBS surgery at the University of Minnesota and have the needed brain imaging.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 21 years+ - NCT06848205Recruiting
Brain pacemaker study for freezing of gait in Parkinson's
This study looks at how a special brain pacemaker (called the Medtronic Percept device) affects walking problems like freezing of gait in people with Parkinson's. It aims to help understand and improve treatment.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 21–75 - NCT05658302Recruiting
Deep brain stimulation for Parkinson’s, using targeted stimulation
This study is testing a specific approach to deep brain stimulation (DBS) for people with Parkinson’s disease who are getting DBS surgery as part of routine care. It may help doctors learn whether circuit-based, more targeted stimulation is safe and useful for Parkinson’s symptoms.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 21 years+ - NCT07517172Recruiting
Brain Stimulation Patch for Jaw Pain: Home Treatment Study
This study tests whether a small, stick-on electrical patch placed on your ear can reduce temporomandibular disorder (TMD) jaw pain when used at home. You would apply the patch yourself and complete surveys about your pain to help researchers learn if this non-invasive approach is safe and feasible.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18–65 - NCT05893186RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Testing DBS settings for walking and balance in Parkinson’s
This early-phase study looks at whether adjusting deep brain stimulation (DBS) can improve posture, walking, and balance in people with Parkinson’s disease. If you already have DBS in place, the trial uses computer-based planning to try different DBS directions and settings to see what helps you most.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18–89 - NCT03021031Enrolling by invitation
Deep brain stimulation for Parkinson’s patients
This trial studies a type of brain stimulation to help reduce symptoms in people with Parkinson’s disease. You may be able to join if you have Parkinson’s and are being considered for this treatment.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 21 years+ - NCT03984643Recruiting
Testing computer planning for DBS surgery in essential tremor
This study looks at computer “planning algorithms” for DBS surgery in people with essential tremor whose medication hasn’t helped enough. It may help doctors program the DBS system more accurately for better tremor control.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 21 years+ - NCT05493722RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Adjusting deep brain stimulator settings for hard-to-control seizures
This early-phase study tests whether changing your deep brain stimulator settings can improve seizure control in people whose epilepsy is not helped by usual treatments. It is mainly for patients who already have the stimulator placed.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT05557864Recruiting
Brain scan study for Parkinson’s patients with deep brain stimulators
This study looks at how the location of a deep brain stimulator in Parkinson’s disease affects movement problems. It mainly uses advanced 7T brain imaging to compare brain activity and motor symptoms.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 21–89 - NCT05568199Recruiting
Study of brain imaging in people with DBS for Parkinson’s
This trial is for adults with Parkinson’s who already have a deep brain stimulation (DBS) device and who can have 7‑Tesla (7T) brain imaging. The study uses the MRI pictures to help researchers learn more about Parkinson’s and how the brain changes with treatment.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 21 years+ - NCT05897775RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new deep brain stimulator approach for essential tremor
This Phase 1 study tests a coordinated reset deep brain stimulation program for people with essential tremor. It may help reduce tremor symptoms using a specific implanted brain-stimulation device, along with special high-strength MRI and CT imaging before and after surgery.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 21 years+
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What taking part in a deep brain stimulation study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
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Common questions
- Are there deep brain stimulation clinical trials near Minneapolis–St. Paul?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 11 recruiting deep brain stimulation studies with a site near Minneapolis–St. Paul, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a deep brain stimulation study near Minneapolis–St. Paul?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Minneapolis–St. Paul to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Minneapolis–St. Paul, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a deep brain stimulation trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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