Deep brain stimulation for Parkinson’s, using targeted stimulation
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study is testing a specific approach to deep brain stimulation (DBS) for people with Parkinson’s disease who are getting DBS surgery as part of routine care. It may help doctors learn whether circuit-based, more targeted stimulation is safe and useful for Parkinson’s symptoms.
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Who can take part
- You have an official diagnosis of idiopathic Parkinson’s disease
- You are planning to have DBS surgery at the University of Minnesota (UMN) with a targeted lead and multiple current controls
- You are at least 21 years old
- You do not have another serious neurological condition besides Parkinson’s
- You do not have a history of dementia
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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