Deep brain stimulation for early Parkinson's disease
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial tests whether deep brain stimulation (DBS) can help people with early-stage Parkinson's disease. If you have Parkinson's for less than 4 years and your medications work well, this study may help slow the need for higher medication doses.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease by a doctor, with at least two of the three main symptoms (tremor, stiffness, slow movement) and one of those being tremor or slow movement.
- Your Parkinson's medications improve your movement by at least 30%, as measured during a clinic visit.
- You are between 50 and 75 years old.
- You have taken Parkinson's medication for more than 1 year but less than 4 years.
- You are able to have an MRI scan of your brain with no major abnormalities.
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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