Ultrasound treatment for X-linked dystonia-parkinsonism
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial tests a focused ultrasound treatment for people with X-linked dystonia-parkinsonism (XDP), a genetic movement disorder. The treatment uses sound waves to target a specific part of the brain to help reduce symptoms.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have a confirmed genetic diagnosis of XDP.
- You have had a CT scan showing your skull density ratio is at least 0.35 (your doctor can tell you).
- You have been cleared by a psychiatrist and a general doctor.
- You passed a thinking and memory test.
- You have already had a focused ultrasound procedure called MRgFUS pallidothalamic tractomy (either on one side or both sides).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This trial tests a non-invasive treatment using focused ultrasound to target a small area in the brain that helps control movement. It aims to reduce Parkinson's symptoms like tremors, stiffness, and involuntary movements, and is for people who have had Parkinson's for a while and are already taking medication.
This trial tests if focused ultrasound can help reduce uncontrolled movements in children and young adults with cerebral palsy caused by a lack of oxygen at birth. It may offer an option for those whose current medications aren't working well enough.
This study tests whether focused ultrasound, a noninvasive treatment that uses sound waves to target a small area in the brain, can improve limb dystonia that has not been helped by medications or Botox injections. It is a possible option for people whose dystonia affects their arms or legs and who are looking for another treatment without surgery.
This trial tests a non-invasive treatment called MR-guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS) to reduce severe tremor in Parkinson's disease. It uses sound waves to target the brain area causing the shaking, without surgery.
This trial uses focused ultrasound to treat tremor and movement problems in Parkinson's disease. It targets a specific brain area without surgery, and may help if your symptoms are worse on one side and not fully controlled by medication.
This trial tests whether a non-invasive ultrasound treatment, called transcranial focused ultrasound stimulation (tFUS), can improve movement and thinking in people with Parkinson's disease. It may be an option for those whose symptoms are not well controlled by medication alone.
Hear when a new X-Linked Dystonia Parkinsonism trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.