Deep brain stimulation study for Parkinson movement problems
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study looks at how deep brain stimulation (an implanted brain device) affects Parkinson’s symptoms, especially movement problems like freezing, slowness, or involuntary movements. It may help people whose symptoms are not fully controlled by standard Parkinson medicines.
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Who can take part
- You have an idiopathic Parkinson’s diagnosis confirmed by specific criteria
- You are between 18 and 70 years old
- Your symptoms change with Parkinson medicine (or you already have the stimulator)
- Your response to levodopa is very strong (over 50% improvement in testing)
- You can safely have an MRI scan (no unsafe metal/implants, not claustrophobic, not pregnant)
- You have no dementia (screening score must be at least 24 out of 30)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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