Clinical trials · Boston, MA
Parkinson’s disease clinical trials in Boston
We’re tracking 29 recruiting parkinson’s disease studies with a site in or near Boston — including Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 2/Phase 3 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Boston
- NCT06976268RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Testing BHV-8000 for early Parkinson's disease
This study tests a new once-daily pill called BHV-8000 in people who were recently diagnosed with early Parkinson's disease and are not yet on medication. The goal is to see if it can slow the progression of symptoms and improve quality of life.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 40–80 - NCT07330258Recruiting
Observing Parkinson's over time in people still having movement symptoms
This study follows people with Parkinson's disease who still have movement symptoms despite taking medication. It aims to understand how the disease changes over time, which could help improve future treatments.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 45–75 - NCT07174310RecruitingPhase 3
Prasinezumab for early Parkinson's disease
This study tests a new medication called prasinezumab, given through a vein (IV), to see if it can slow the progression of early-stage Parkinson's disease. It is for people who are on only one Parkinson's medication and have not yet developed motor complications.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 50–85 - NCT06285643RecruitingPhase 2
Gene therapy for moderate Parkinson's disease
This trial tests a gene therapy (AAV2-GDNF) to see if it can slow or improve symptoms of Parkinson's disease. It is for people who have had moderate Parkinson's for 4 to 10 years and still respond to levodopa therapy.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 45–75 - 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+ - NCT06602544Recruiting
Robotic suit to prevent freezing in Parkinson's
This study tests a robotic suit designed to help prevent freezing of gait (a sudden feeling of being stuck) in people with Parkinson's disease. You'll attend 8 visits to see if the suit can improve your walking and reduce falls.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–90 - NCT06944522RecruitingPhase 3
Cell therapy for Parkinson's symptoms
This study tests a new cell therapy called bemdaneprocel to see if it can reduce Parkinson's symptoms and “off” time. The treatment involves transplanting special cells into the brain to help replace lost dopamine-producing cells.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 45–75 - NCT06425731Recruiting
Dance and energy in Parkinson's disease
This study looks at how dancing affects energy use in people with Parkinson's. If you already take Dance for PD® classes and have mild to moderate Parkinson's, researchers want to see how your body responds during a dance class.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–85 - NCT04994015RecruitingTeam says not enrolling
Genetic registry for people with Parkinson’s
This study builds a genetics “registry” of people diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease who agree to genetic testing. Your information may help researchers understand why Parkinson’s happens and improve future treatments.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05826457Enrolling by invitation
Study for early RBD as a possible Parkinson’s risk
This study looks at people with REM sleep behavior disorder (RBD), confirmed by a sleep test, who may be in the early “prodromal” stage before Parkinson’s or related diseases. It also enrolls healthy controls to compare results from brain and body testing to better understand who is at risk.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06422208Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
Parkinson's cell transplant trial using your own cells
This trial tests whether transplanting special dopamine-producing cells made from a patient's own skin cells can help treat Parkinson's disease. It is for people who have had Parkinson's for at least 5 years and still respond well to medication.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 55–80 - NCT04991831Recruiting
Registry study for Exablate thalamotomy in tremor-dominant Parkinson’s
This study follows people who are getting an Exablate procedure to treat medication-resistant, tremor-dominant Parkinson’s. It aims to track safety and outcomes in real-world care after the treatment is approved.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 30–99 - NCT07705373Recruiting
Personalized music walking program for Parkinson disease
This study tests a digital music-based walking program that creates personalized playlists to help improve how you walk and make it feel more automatic. It may be helpful if you can walk for at least 10 minutes without help and are in early to middle stages of Parkinson's disease.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 40 years+ - NCT06680830RecruitingPhase 2
Testing NEU-411 for early Parkinson's with LRRK2 gene change
This trial tests an experimental drug called NEU-411 for people with early Parkinson's disease who have a specific genetic change (LRRK2). It aims to see if the drug can slow the disease progression.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 40–80 - NCT06687837RecruitingPhase 1
Stem cell therapy for Parkinson's disease
This trial tests whether implanting your own stem cells (made into dopamine-producing brain cells) can improve Parkinson's motor symptoms. You would need to be a candidate for brain surgery and have a stable medication routine.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 45–80 - NCT02071134Recruiting
Registry study for Vercise deep brain stimulation patients
This study keeps a record of people who receive the Vercise deep brain stimulation system. It helps doctors learn how the treatment is used in real-world care and how patients do over time.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07432958RecruitingPhase 2
Study of AP-472 with levodopa for Parkinson's motor fluctuations
This trial tests an experimental drug called AP-472, taken alongside your regular Parkinson's medications, to see if it can reduce the amount of "OFF" time you experience each day when symptoms return between doses of levodopa.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 30–80 - NCT01799915Recruiting
Study of causes and progression of synuclein-related nerve conditions
This study follows people over time to better understand “synucleinopathies,” which are conditions that affect the nervous system as it develops and progresses. You may be asked to return for visits and report symptoms, especially those that happen when you stand up.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07567794Recruiting
Gut-Brain Connection Study in Parkinson's Disease
This research examines how the gut and brain are connected in Parkinson's disease and aims to better understand the disease. You'd participate in visits and tests over three years, including some involving your digestive system.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 21–80 - NCT04477785Recruiting
Study to track Parkinson’s signs using imaging, spinal fluid, and genes
This study is building a large, detailed group of people—some with Parkinson’s and some at higher risk—to understand early changes over time. It uses brain imaging (DaTscan SPECT), sometimes spinal fluid tests (lumbar puncture), and genetic information to help researchers better measure disease and develop future treatments.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 30 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.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Any age - NCT04566341Enrolling by invitation
Study gut problems in Parkinson’s and changes in gut nerves
This study looks at how digestive (gut) problems happen in people with Parkinson’s and whether there are related changes in the nerve tissue in the digestive tract. It may help researchers better understand the cause of these symptoms and find new ways to monitor or treat them.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 40–85 - 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 - NCT03623672Enrolling by invitation
Study for early signs of Parkinson-related brain changes
This study enrolls people with idiopathic REM sleep behavior disorder, a sleep problem that can come before Parkinson’s disease or related conditions. It aims to better understand early (“prodromal”) changes so future treatments can be targeted earlier.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+
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Where these studies are running near Boston
Institutions with a site for the recruiting parkinson’s disease studies listed above.
- Massachusetts General Hospital · 11 studies
- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center · 6 studies
- Boston University · 3 studies
- Boston Medical Center · 2 studies
- Brigham and Women's Hospital · 2 studies
- Boston University Center for Neurorehabilitation
- Harvard Science and Engineering Complex
- Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
What taking part in a parkinson’s disease study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
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Common questions
- Are there parkinson’s disease clinical trials near Boston?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 29 recruiting parkinson’s disease studies with a site near Boston, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a parkinson’s disease study near Boston?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Boston to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Boston, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a parkinson’s disease trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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