Theta brain stimulation to boost thinking in Parkinson's
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a special pattern of deep brain stimulation (called theta bursts) can improve thinking and memory in people with Parkinson's disease. It's for patients who already have a DBS device in their brain that is at least 3 months old.
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Who can take part
- You have a deep brain stimulator (DBS) placed in the subthalamic nucleus (STN).
- You had brain scans before and after your DBS surgery.
- It has been at least 3 months since your DBS surgery.
- You can complete computer-based thinking tasks (no language problems or dementia).
- You have not had any serious complications from DBS.
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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