Clinical trials
Dystonia clinical trials
Below are recruiting dystonia clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 63 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05097001Recruiting
Personalized brain-stimulation program for dystonia using imaging
This study tests whether using brain imaging to guide stimulation settings can improve symptoms in people with long-term deep brain stimulation for dystonia. It will compare different stimulation approaches in a blinded, step-by-step crossover design to see which one helps more.
Würzburg, BavariaAges 18 years+ - NCT05150106Recruiting
Study brain and voice patterns in laryngeal dystonia
This study looks at how the brain and voice system work in people with laryngeal dystonia or voice tremor, and compares them with healthy volunteers. The goal is to better describe different “types” (phenotypes) so future care can be more targeted.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–80 - NCT05216770RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Brain-scan study of voice dystonia and tremor
This early study uses brain and voice-related testing to better understand what is happening in the brain in people with laryngeal dystonia or voice tremor. The results may help scientists learn more about these conditions and how they differ from healthy voices.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–80 - NCT05663840Recruiting
Exercise program study for focal neck dystonia
This trial tests how a structured exercise program affects the brain and body changes behind focal cervical dystonia (a movement disorder that causes abnormal neck postures). It may help people who are still having symptoms despite best-available treatments like botulinum toxin injections or medicines.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 30–85 - NCT06480188Recruiting
Comparing two brain stimulation targets for craniocervical dystonia
This trial tests how deep brain stimulation (DBS) works when targeting two different brain areas (STN or GPi) for people with craniocervical dystonia. It aims to find which target better helps symptoms and why.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–75 - NCT06554288RecruitingPhase 1
Trihexyphenidyl for dystonia in cerebral palsy
This study tests how a medicine called trihexyphenidyl works in children with dystonic cerebral palsy, a condition that causes muscle spasms. Researchers want to learn if a child’s genes affect how the medicine works and how the body processes it.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 5–17 - NCT06830174Recruiting
tDCS Brain Stimulation for Laryngeal Dystonia
This study tests whether a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS can help improve voice control in people with laryngeal dystonia. It aims to find a new way to reduce muscle spasms in the voice box.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18–65 - NCT07111663Recruiting
Study of people with isolated dystonia
This study observes individuals diagnosed with isolated (primary) dystonia to learn more about the condition. It may help researchers understand how dystonia affects people over time.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 12–65 - NCT07244549Recruiting
Long-term monitoring of deep brain stimulation for dystonia
This study tracks people with dystonia who get deep brain stimulation (DBS) using a special device that can sense brain signals. It aims to see how well the treatment works over time and why it helps some people more than others.
Hanover, Lower SaxonyAges 5–80 - NCT07304089RecruitingPhase 2
Study of VIM0423 for people with dystonia
This trial tests an experimental drug called VIM0423 for people with isolated dystonia (a condition causing muscle spasms in multiple body parts). It aims to see if the drug can improve symptoms safely.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–65 - NCT07323602Recruiting
Predicting DBS outcomes in dystonia with wearable sensors
This trial uses wearable sensors to measure how you walk before and after Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgery for dystonia. The goal is to see if these sensors can help predict how well DBS will work for you.
ShanghaiAges 18–70 - NCT07325175Recruiting
Brain study to improve treatment for childhood dystonia
This study measures brain signals in children with dystonia to understand how the brain controls movement, with the goal of improving treatments like Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS). It also uses healthy children for comparison.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 6–21 - NCT02686125Recruiting
Study of the Vercise brain stimulator for dystonia
This study looks at how well a specific implanted brain stimulator (the Vercise system) works for people with dystonia. It may help confirm whether the device improves symptoms and is safe for eligible patients.
GhentAges 7 years+ - NCT07443891Recruiting
Brain changes from vibration in laryngeal dystonia
This study uses a gentle vibrating device placed on the skin to see how it affects brain activity in people with laryngeal dystonia (a voice disorder). The goal is to learn more about how the brain controls voice and maybe find new ways to help.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18–75 - NCT07626216RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Brain Stimulation Study for Involuntary Movement Disorders
This research tests whether repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS)—a non-invasive brain stimulation technique—can help improve abnormal brain activity patterns in people with dystonia, a condition causing sustained involuntary movements. Researchers will use brain imaging to see if this treatment helps.
Manhasset, New YorkAges 18–80 - NCT03664609Recruiting
Study of outcomes for people with deep brain stimulation
This study looks back at results for people who have already had deep brain stimulation (DBS) or could get it. It aims to understand how DBS is used and what outcomes people experience.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges Any age - 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 - NCT04286308Recruiting
Testing brain-speech recordings during DBS for movement disorders
This study looks at how brain and speech networks work while people with Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor, or dystonia are getting deep brain stimulation (DBS). It may help doctors better understand and possibly improve speech outcomes for people receiving DBS.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–85 - NCT04777825Recruiting
Biofeedback training to help heart-rate stress signals
This trial studies whether heart-rate variability biofeedback training can reduce distress and symptoms in people whose symptoms seem physical but are linked to psychological factors (somatoform-related issues). It may help you learn to better control stress-related body signals through training sessions.
MontpellierAges 18–75 - NCT05943652Recruiting
Study of how functional overlay affects movement disorders
This study looks at movement disorders that are functional (not caused by damage to the nervous system) or non-functional, and how a “functional overlay” may change symptoms. It is observational, meaning it does not test a new treatment, but it may help researchers better understand these differences and improve care.
Graz, StyriaAges 18–18 - 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+ - NCT06036199Recruiting
Focused ultrasound for movement problems in cerebral palsy
This trial tests if focused ultrasound can help reduce uncontrolled movements in children and young adults with cerebral palsy caused by a lack of oxygen at birth. It may offer an option for those whose current medications aren't working well enough.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 8–22 - NCT06174948Recruiting
CUE1 device for Parkinson's and related movement disorders
This trial tests a small device called CUE1 that gives gentle vibrations on the chest to help improve movement and balance in people with Parkinson's disease and similar conditions. It may help if you have trouble with walking or stability.
LondonAges 18 years+ - NCT06553625Recruiting
RF ablation study for pain or CNS conditions
This study observes how well a Boston Scientific radiofrequency (RF) system works for treating pain or central nervous system (CNS) conditions. It helps researchers understand real-world benefits for patients scheduled for this procedure.
CologneAges Any age
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for dystonia?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 63 recruiting dystonia 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 dystonia 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 dystonia 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.
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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.