Clinical trials
Functional Movement Disorder clinical trials
Below are recruiting functional movement disorder clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 57 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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 - NCT07059325RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Quick brain stimulation for seizures caused by stress or emotional distress
This trial tests if a fast form of brain stimulation (TMS) can reduce seizures that are caused by stress or emotional triggers — not epilepsy. It's for people who have been diagnosed with functional seizures and have not gotten better with talk therapy alone.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18–65 - NCT07588282Recruiting
How doctors explain movement disorders affects patient understanding
This study tests whether a special way of explaining functional movement disorders helps patients feel better and more satisfied with their care. Functional movement disorders are real conditions where the nervous system affects how the body moves, but aren't caused by structural damage like a stroke or tumor.
GrazAges 18–80 - NCT06792760Enrolling by invitation
Body awareness training for movement disorders
This trial tests if adding body awareness (interoceptive) training to standard physical therapy helps people with functional movement disorders. It may improve how you sense and control your body.
Prague, Czech RepublicAges 18 years+ - NCT07478666Recruiting
Measuring activity at home for functional neurologic disorder
This study tests if we can track movement and activity remotely in people with functional neurologic disorder (FND). It aims to understand daily activity patterns and may help develop better ways to monitor symptoms at home.
Denver, COAges 18–65 - NCT07527403Recruiting
Brain Stimulation for Functional Neurological Disorder
This trial tests a type of brain stimulation called theta burst repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) to see if it can help improve movement problems caused by functional neurological disorder (FND). The study measures whether patients feel their symptoms improve after receiving this treatment.
RennesAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT05800470Recruiting
Brain-training with light sensors to improve walking in Parkinson’s
This trial tests a “neurofeedback” training program using a special light-sensing cap (fNIRS) to help improve balance and walking in people with Parkinson’s disease. You may also do guided walking practice mentally (imagery training), and your ability to walk and balance will be measured.
Taipei, None SelectedAges 40–85 - NCT06710574RecruitingPhase 4
Probiotics for sleep problems in Parkinson's disease
This study tests whether taking probiotics can improve REM sleep behavior disorder (RBD) in people with Parkinson's disease. You will receive either a probiotic supplement or a placebo, and researchers will use brain scans to see how it affects your symptoms.
BeijingAges 40–85 - 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 - 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 - NCT06691347Recruiting
Trauma treatment for adults with PTSD in Norway
This study tests if a type of therapy for trauma (EMDR or trauma-focused therapy) helps people with PTSD. It is for adults in Norway who have not had these treatments before.
Drammen, AkershusAges 18 years+ - NCT06797141Enrolling by invitation
Balance exercises with dual-task training for dizziness
This study tests whether adding balance exercises (vestibular rehab) with dual-task training (like walking while talking) helps people with long-term dizziness feel steadier and fall less.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 40–65 - NCT06406413Recruiting
Micro-movements in prolonged disorders of consciousness
This trial studies tiny, subconscious movements in people who have been in a coma or minimal consciousness for over a month after a severe brain injury. It aims to understand these movements better, which could help improve care and communication.
Hanzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–80 - NCT07323407Recruiting
Brain stimulation for hard-to-treat constipation with bodily distress
This trial tests if a gentle electrical current applied to the scalp can improve severe constipation in people who also experience persistent physical symptoms (like pain or bloating) that cause high worry. It is for those who have not gotten relief from standard laxatives.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 18–80 - NCT06363357Recruiting
Shoulder brace study for arm weakness from nerve or muscle diseases
This study tests a fabric shoulder brace that moves like a muscle. It may help people with nerve or muscle diseases improve arm movements like reaching and lifting.
Seoul, Jongno-guAges 10 years+ - NCT07509944Recruiting
Brain activity in stroke patients during mirror movement
This study uses a brain imaging technique called functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS) to look at how the brain works when stroke patients perform mirror movements. It aims to help understand brain recovery after a first-time stroke.
HangzhouAges 18–75 - NCT07236892Recruiting
Restoring movement after paralysis: healthy volunteer study
This study uses healthy volunteers to test algorithms that could one day help people with paralysis move again. You may be able to participate if you have no paralysis-causing conditions.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 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 - NCT06122675Recruiting
Deep brain stimulation for movement problems in children with cerebral palsy
This study tests whether deep brain stimulation (a small device placed in the brain that sends electrical pulses) can help improve movement problems in children and young adults with a certain type of cerebral palsy. The goal is to see if it can reduce involuntary movements like twisting or jerking.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 7–25 - NCT06565520Recruiting
Brain stimulation for kneecap pain
This study tests whether a gentle brain stimulation technique can help improve how your knee moves when you have kneecap pain. It's for people whose kneecap pain has lasted at least 3 months and whose knee tends to cave inward.
Las Vegas, NevadaAges 18–45 - NCT07381413Recruiting
Eye tracking study for thyroid eye disease
This study uses eye tracking to compare how people with thyroid eye disease move their eyes and pay attention to visual cues. It may help researchers understand eye movement problems better.
ShanghaiAges 18–70 - 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+ - NCT06534307Recruiting
Long-term follow-up for children from PETN studies
This study checks on the health and development of children whose mothers took part in the PETN studies. It involves questionnaires and a physical exam for kids aged 5 and older.
Tübingen, Baden-WurttembergAges 6–18
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for functional movement disorder?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 57 recruiting functional movement disorder 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 functional movement disorder 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 functional movement disorder 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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