Clinical trials
Essential Tremor, Movement Disorders clinical trials
Below are recruiting essential tremor, movement disorders clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 34 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07428447Recruiting
Skin test to predict Parkinson's risk in essential tremor
This study uses a skin biopsy to check for a protein linked to Parkinson's disease. It aims to see if people with essential tremor who have this protein are more likely to develop Parkinson's disease.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 50–85 - NCT06635811Recruiting
Circadian-adjusted deep brain stimulation for essential tremor
This study tests whether adjusting the timing of your deep brain stimulation (DBS) based on your body's natural daily rhythms can better control essential tremor. If you have a Medtronic Percept DBS device, you may be able to join.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 21–89 - NCT04061135Recruiting
Study brain and movement patterns in Parkinson’s or tremor
This study looks at brain signals, thinking, and movement behaviors in people who have Parkinson’s disease or essential tremor and are being considered for deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery. It may help researchers better understand how DBS affects the brain and day-to-day function.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT04071847Recruiting
Study tracking results after Abbott deep brain stimulator surgery
This study follows people who are getting a new Abbott deep brain stimulator (DBS) device or replacing the battery/implantable pulse generator to see how outcomes change over time. It mainly applies to certain DBS targets and diagnoses, and it uses follow-up visits to track results.
Tucson, ArizonaAges Any age - NCT04212780Recruiting
Testing a smarter DBS system for severe essential tremor
This trial tests an upgraded deep brain stimulation (DBS) system that can “sense” tremor and adjust treatment in a loop. It’s designed for people with severe essential tremor whose tremor is still disabling despite standard DBS and medication.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 21–99 - 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+ - NCT06145932Recruiting
Repetitive TMS for essential tremor
This trial tests whether repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) — a non-invasive treatment that uses magnetic pulses to calm overactive brain cells — can help reduce shaking in people with essential tremor. If you have essential tremor and no metal implants or other brain conditions, you may be eligible to participate.
SuzhouAges 18–80 - NCT06293638Recruiting
Brain changes during deep brain stimulation for essential tremor
This study looks at how deep brain stimulation (DBS) affects brain networks in people with essential tremor (ET). The goal is to understand the brain changes that happen during DBS treatment, which may help improve the therapy.
Cleveland, OhioAges 30–80 - NCT06331052Recruiting
Focused Ultrasound for Essential Tremor
This trial tests a focused ultrasound treatment for essential tremor that uses MRI to guide sound waves to stop the shaking. It might help if other treatments haven't worked well enough.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 22 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 - NCT06799923Recruiting
MRI-guided laser therapy for hard-to-treat tremor
This trial tests a new, less invasive treatment for severe tremor that hasn't responded to medication. It uses a laser guided by MRI to carefully target and treat the brain area causing tremor, as an alternative to traditional brain surgery.
SalouëlAges 18 years+ - NCT06848530Recruiting
Brain activity study in movement disorders
This study looks at brain activity in people with movement disorders like Parkinson's, dystonia, tremor, and ataxia. It aims to better understand how parts of the brain work together, which could lead to better treatments.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07056348Recruiting
Brain stimulation to improve movement in Parkinson's or tremor
This study tests brain stimulation in a region called VOP/VIM to see if it can improve motor function. It is for people with movement disorders who are already getting deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–80 - NCT07056361Recruiting
Testing brain stimulation for better movement in tremor and Parkinson's
This study tests whether stimulating specific brain areas (VOP/VIM) during deep brain stimulation surgery can improve movement and muscle control. It includes people with essential tremor or Parkinson's disease who are already scheduled for this surgery.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–75 - NCT07066358Recruiting
Treating essential tremor with focused heat to both sides of the brain
This trial tests a one-time procedure that uses heat to stop the brain cells causing tremor. It might help people with severe shaking that hasn't improved with medication.
Shinjuku-Ku, TokyoAges 20–70 - NCT07212244Recruiting
Focused ultrasound for hard-to-treat tremor
This study uses a focused ultrasound treatment guided by MRI to calm hand tremors in people with essential tremor that hasn't responded to medication. It aims to improve daily life by reducing shaking without the need for surgery.
Toronto, OntarioAges 22 years+ - NCT01581580Recruiting
Deep brain stimulation surgery for movement disorders
This study looks at whether deep brain stimulation surgery can help people with certain movement problems, chosen by a specialized team. You may be considered if medicines (or other treatments) aren’t controlling your symptoms well enough or if the condition causes major disability.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–99 - NCT07417280Recruiting
Focused ultrasound for neurological disorders
This trial tests a gentle ultrasound treatment (LIFUS) for people with various brain conditions like epilepsy, tumours, or movement disorders. It aims to see if this non-invasive approach can help where other treatments are being used.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–85 - NCT06676501Enrolling by invitation
Second side focused ultrasound for essential tremor
This study tests whether a second focused ultrasound treatment on the other side of the brain can safely and effectively reduce tremor in people with essential tremor who already had one treatment. It's for those whose tremor is not well controlled by medication or previous treatments.
BeijingAges 22 years+ - NCT06393439Recruiting
Virtual reality for functional movement disorder
This study tests whether virtual reality can help people with functional or essential tremor. You may join if you have one of these tremor types or are a healthy volunteer.
GrazAges 18–65 - NCT05976074Enrolling by invitation
Wearable device study for people with essential tremor
This study tests a wearable device and a phone app to better track daily-life symptoms in people with essential tremor. It may help researchers understand how tremor changes during everyday tasks using video and audio recordings.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT03832712Recruiting
Study for adults with essential tremor not helped by beta blockers
This trial looks at people with essential tremor (a shaking condition) whose usual medicine—beta blockers—didn’t work well or couldn’t be tolerated. The goal is to test a treatment approach that may improve tremor control and daily function.
GothenburgAges 18–75 - NCT04748640RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Gamma Knife treatment for both-sided essential tremor
This study tests a focused radiation procedure (Gamma Knife) to treat the opposite side of the tremor in people with essential tremor. It may help improve tremor-related quality of life if your side that wasn’t treated before is still causing problems.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06378619Recruiting
Using a tap test and spiral drawing to diagnose tremors
This study uses a simple tapping test and drawing a spiral (like on paper) to tell the difference between tremors caused by Parkinson's disease and essential tremor. It may help you get a more accurate diagnosis without extra procedures.
Barcelona, CataloniaAges 45–79
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for essential tremor, movement disorders?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 34 recruiting essential tremor, movement disorders 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 essential tremor, movement disorders 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 essential tremor, movement disorders 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
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