Clinical trials
Movement Disorders clinical trials
Below are recruiting movement disorders clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 87 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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 - NCT05354622Recruiting
Genetic testing study for inherited leg stiffness
This study looks at genes (DNA) to understand an inherited condition that causes gradually worsening leg stiffness. It may help researchers learn what causes the condition and potentially guide future care.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 1 month–30 years - NCT06498596Recruiting
New ways to study movement in kids with movement disorders
This study tests new ways to measure movement (like walking and joint motion) in children and young adults. It's for people with cerebral palsy and healthy volunteers, to better understand movement differences.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 5–25 - 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+ - NCT06745011Enrolling by invitation
Parkinson's signs in people with nerve damage
This study looks for early signs of Parkinson's disease in people who have nerve damage in their hands and feet (polyneuropathy) with no known cause, along with drops in blood pressure when standing up. It aims to understand if these early symptoms might predict future Parkinson's.
Aarhus, JutlandAges 18–85 - NCT05729061Recruiting
Testing movement with mobility assistive devices
This study measures how people move while using assistive devices during guided movement tasks, sometimes on a treadmill. It may help improve these tools and how safely they support different types of movement needs.
Edmonds, WashingtonAges 18–90 - 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+ - NCT02119611Recruiting
Deep brain stimulation for Parkinson’s, dystonia, or tremor
This study tests deep brain stimulation (DBS), a therapy that sends electrical signals to the brain, for movement problems like Parkinson’s disease, dystonia, and essential tremor. It may help people whose symptoms are not controlled enough with medications, or who already have a DBS device and need ongoing management.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–100 - NCT05183152Recruiting
Non-invasive brain signal control for assistive devices
This study tests an assistive device that you control using signals from the brain and muscles without surgery. It may help people with movement problems communicate or operate devices using gentle, non-invasive sensing.
Austin, TexasAges 18–80 - 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 - NCT07595666Enrolling by invitation
New PET scanner versus standard PET for head and neck imaging
This study compares a newer PET/CT scanner (called NeuroEXPLORER) with standard PET/CT scanners for imaging the head and neck region. The goal is to see if the new scanner provides better or clearer images to help diagnose conditions.
Leuven, Vlaams-BrabantAges 4 weeks+ - NCT07428447Recruiting
Skin test to see if essential tremor may progress to Parkinson's
This study uses a small skin sample to look for a protein linked to Parkinson's disease. It aims to help people with essential tremor understand their risk of developing Parkinson's, which could guide future care.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 50–85 - NCT07363603RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Tianasen for GNAO1-related epilepsy and movement disorders
This trial tests a new drug called Tianasen for children with a specific GNAO1 gene change who have seizures and movement problems that haven't improved with standard treatments. The drug is given via a lumbar puncture (spinal tap) and aims to reduce symptoms.
MoscowAges 1–14 - NCT05736302Recruiting
Check an activity-tracking algorithm against a body-weight test
This trial checks whether a new computer algorithm that uses an accelerometer (movement sensor) can accurately estimate your body’s activity and energy use. It compares the phone/wearable movement data to results from a special way of measuring how your body uses energy.
Milwaukee, WisconsinAges 18 years+ - 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+ - NCT06999096Recruiting
Long-read gene testing for inherited movement disorders
This study uses a new DNA reading method to find hidden genetic causes of dystonia. It is for people with dystonia who had standard genetic testing that did not find a cause.
MontpellierAges Any age - NCT06958341Recruiting
Brain and nerve disease registry with optional fluid collection
This study collects extra fluid from a spinal tap to learn more about brain and nerve diseases. It may help find better treatments in the future.
Berlin, State of BerlinAges Any age - NCT05822388Recruiting
Deep brain stimulation and memory changes in Parkinson’s
This study looks at whether deep brain stimulation (a surgical treatment for Parkinson’s disease) affects thinking and memory over time. It compares Parkinson’s participants to people without Parkinson’s to better understand what changes happen with treatment.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06912841Enrolling by invitation
Deep brain stimulation for genetic movement disorders
This trial is for people of any age with a genetic movement disorder who are getting or considering deep brain stimulation (DBS). It tries to match the best DBS settings for each person.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Any age - NCT06821230Recruiting
Mindfulness for Parkinson's patients and their caregivers
This study tests whether a dyadic mindfulness program can help both people with Parkinson's disease and their caregivers manage negative emotions. You and your care partner would attend sessions together to learn mindfulness techniques.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT06884956Enrolling by invitation
High-tech rehab effect on muscle MRI
This trial examines how high-tech rehabilitation for the lower leg affects muscle MRI results. It might help researchers understand if this type of therapy improves muscle condition.
Bosisio Parini, LCAges 8 years+ - NCT06841718Enrolling by invitation
Brain study of freezing in Parkinson's disease
This study uses brain imaging to understand why some people with Parkinson's suddenly feel like their feet are glued to the floor (freezing of gait). It may help find better treatments for this symptom.
LeuvenAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT06701851Recruiting
Brain study for movement disorder with PRRT2 gene change
This study uses brain scans to understand movement problems in people with a specific genetic change (PRRT2) that causes sudden, brief episodes of uncontrolled movements. It may help researchers find better ways to treat this condition.
ParisAges 18–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for movement disorders?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 87 recruiting 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 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 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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