Clinical trials
Essential Tremor clinical trials
Below are recruiting essential tremor clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 61 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07673107RecruitingPhase 2
Botulinum toxin injection for essential tremor of hands and arms
This trial tests an investigational botulinum toxin injection (AGN-151607-DP) to reduce shaking in the hands and arms caused by essential tremor. It is for adults who have been diagnosed with this condition and who do not have certain nerve or muscle disorders.
Fresno, CaliforniaAges 18–85 - 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 - NCT07049003RecruitingPhase 1
Deep brain stimulation for severe tremor
This trial tests a new type of deep brain stimulation (DBS) for people with severe tremor from essential tremor, multiple sclerosis, or cerebellar conditions who haven't improved with standard treatments. It targets a different brain area to see if it can reduce shaking and improve daily activities.
Cleveland, OhioAges 21 years+ - 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 - NCT07172295Recruiting
Low-intensity focused ultrasound for hand tremor
This study uses low-intensity focused ultrasound to stimulate a deep brain area and reduce hand tremors. It is for people with Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, or dystonic tremor whose medications don't work well enough.
Hsinchu, Hsinchu CityAges 18–80 - NCT07774598Recruiting
Non-invasive nerve stimulation for essential tremor
This trial is testing whether a device that gently stimulates the nerves in your arm (called non-invasive neuromodulation) can safely reduce hand tremors over a long period. It might help with activities like eating, writing, or dressing.
ShanghaiAges 18–75 - NCT04758624Recruiting
Study brain changes after deep brain stimulation for tremor
This study looks at how brain “wiring” (connectivity) and brain function change over time in people with essential tremor after successful deep brain stimulation. You might benefit by helping researchers better understand what DBS does in the brain, which can improve care for others with tremor.
Manhasset, New YorkAges 18–85 - NCT07574164Recruiting
Brain Stimulation to Reduce Tremor in Parkinson's or Essential Tremor
This trial tests a new type of brain stimulation called closed-loop TMS that automatically adjusts to help reduce tremor in people with Parkinson's disease or essential tremor. The goal is to see if this technology can better control shaking than standard treatments.
Oxford, OxfordshireAges 18 years+ - 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+ - NCT07078422Recruiting
Can a wrist device reduce hand tremors at home?
This study tests a wrist-worn device that uses gentle mechanical stimulation to help control hand tremors caused by essential tremor or Parkinson's disease. You use the device at home and report how well it works for you.
Cambridge, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06974916Recruiting
Tremor treatment study: focused ultrasound for both sides
This trial tests a second focused ultrasound treatment for people with essential tremor who have already had one side treated. It checks if treating the other side helps control tremors better.
TurkuAges 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 - 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 - 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 - NCT07787299Recruiting
Wearable sensors for monitoring tremor in Parkinson's disease
This study tests whether wearable sensors can accurately measure tremor and other movement symptoms in people with Parkinson's disease or essential tremor. Participating may help improve how doctors monitor symptoms at home.
Edinburgh, EdinburghAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT04198246Recruiting
Chinese essential tremor registry study
This study is a registry for people diagnosed with essential tremor, helping doctors collect and compare information over time. It may help improve understanding of essential tremor and guide future care.
Changsha, HunanAges Any age - NCT07868614Recruiting
Comparing brain signal recordings during deep brain stimulation surgery
This study compares a new device for recording brain signals during deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery with the standard equipment. DBS is a treatment for movement disorders like Parkinson's disease that uses a device to send electrical signals to specific parts of the brain.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT06325852Recruiting
New brain stimulation for Essential Tremor
This study tests a new way to use Deep Brain Stimulation (a device that sends tiny electrical pulses to parts of the brain controlling movement) for people with Essential Tremor. It is for those whose current stimulator is no longer working well, or who need a stimulator for the first time.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–85 - NCT07455760Recruiting
Deep brain stimulation and speech sequencing study
This study looks at how deep brain stimulation affects speech in people with Parkinson's disease or essential tremor. It tests whether the stimulation changes the way you say sequences of sounds.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07446192Recruiting
Brain scan study for medication-resistant tremor
This study uses a special brain scan (MEG) to understand tremor that hasn't improved with at least two medications. It may help doctors find better treatments for people with essential tremor or similar conditions.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 50–84 - NCT07287605Recruiting
Virtual reality for mood during focused ultrasound for essential tremor
This study tests if using virtual reality can improve your mood while you undergo a focused ultrasound procedure for essential tremor. If you are already scheduled for this treatment, you may be able to join.
North York, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT05968976Recruiting
DBS surgery guided while awake versus asleep for essential tremor
This study compares two ways of doing a deep brain stimulation (DBS) procedure for people with essential tremor: using guidance while you are awake versus while you are asleep. It aims to find which approach is safer and works better for controlling disabling tremor.
Amsterdam, North HollandAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for essential tremor?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 61 recruiting essential tremor 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 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 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.