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
- NCT06932692Recruiting
Brain network analysis using 7-Tesla MRI in DBS patients
This study uses advanced brain imaging (7-Tesla MRI and MEG) to understand how deep brain stimulation (DBS) affects brain networks in people with Parkinson's disease or essential tremor. It helps doctors learn how DBS works so they can improve treatment in the future.
Amsterdam, North HollandAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT06899022Recruiting
Attention and eye movement in Parkinson's disease
This study looks at how attention and eye movements work in people with Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, or dystonia. It tests abilities during deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery and when DBS settings are changed.
Omaha, NebraskaAges 19–90 - 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 - NCT04828798Recruiting
Directional versus standard brain stimulation for essential tremor
This study compares two ways of delivering deep brain stimulation (DBS) to treat essential tremor that affects both arms. It may help find a DBS approach that better controls tremor while reducing side effects.
Portland, OregonAges 18–80 - NCT05317390Recruiting
Tests an AI tool to diagnose isolated dystonia
This trial checks whether an AI (software) called DystoniaNet can accurately identify isolated dystonia using information from your evaluation, and compares its results to standard diagnosis. If you have focal, segmental, or generalized dystonia, this study may help improve faster and more accurate diagnosis in the future.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Any age - NCT05101161Recruiting
Neurofeedback delivered through implanted brain stimulation
This study tests a brain “feedback” approach using electrodes already placed as part of standard medical care. It aims to see whether this method is safe and helpful for people undergoing deep brain stimulation after surgery.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 18 years+ - NCT04957095Recruiting
Testing brain wiring signals during planned deep brain stimulation
This study looks at how brain networks work during a procedure used to treat movement symptoms in Parkinson’s disease. It may help researchers better understand the brain signals involved, which could improve future deep brain stimulation planning.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–89 - 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 - 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+ - 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 - NCT02553525Enrolling by invitation
Testing different stimulation patterns in Parkinson’s, tremor, and MS
This study tests whether changing the “stimulation pattern” in a deep brain stimulator can improve how well symptoms are controlled. If you are already getting (or replacing) a deep brain stimulator, this may help fine-tune the settings for you.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 21–80 - NCT00575081Recruiting
Brain mapping during stereotactic procedures
This study builds a “brain atlas” by collecting information during stereotactic brain procedures. It may help doctors better plan and understand these brain procedures in the future.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 6–90
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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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