Ischemic conditioning for people with Parkinson's disease
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests a treatment called ischemic conditioning, which uses a blood pressure cuff to temporarily restrict blood flow to your arm. It may help improve movement and other symptoms of Parkinson's disease.
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Who can take part
- You are 40 years or older
- You have Parkinson's disease, with or without mild memory issues that don't affect daily life
- You do not have uncontrolled diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol
- You have not had a stroke, heart attack, blood clot, or anemia in the last 6 months
- You do not have an autoimmune disease, active infection, or a condition that prevents exercise
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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