Directional brain stimulation for Parkinson’s tremor and movement control
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial tests a continuous electrical brain stimulation device placed in a deep brain area to help Parkinson’s symptoms—especially tremor and trouble with movement. It may help improve daily function and reduce periods when medicine does not work well.
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Who can take part
- You have Parkinson’s disease on both sides of the brain, caused by “idiopathic” Parkinson’s (not another reason).
- Your Parkinson’s symptoms have been present for more than 4 years, and you still respond to L-dopa (medicine for Parkinson’s), unless tremor is the main issue.
- Your walking/movement score is above a certain level on a Parkinson’s scale during “MED-ON” (when your usual medicine is working).
- Your tremor is a major problem and your current Parkinson’s treatments must stay stable during the study.
- You can have surgery with general anesthesia and two-sided deep brain electrode placement (they’ll check if you’re a candidate).
- You can do long follow-up for about 30 months and attend regular study visits, including using the device remote/charging system (with help if needed).
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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