Low intensity ultrasound for Parkinson's disease
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial tests a non-invasive ultrasound treatment for Parkinson's disease. It aims to see if low intensity focused ultrasound can help improve symptoms without surgery.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 45 and 80 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with idiopathic Parkinson's disease (not another form of parkinsonism).
- Your medications for Parkinson's and other conditions have been stable for at least 4 weeks before starting the study.
- You are willing to avoid deep brain stimulation (DBS) or other surgical treatments for Parkinson's during the study.
- You are able to have an MRI scan and lie still for about 2-3 hours.
- You do not have major brain issues like tumors, significant bleeding, or non-MRI compatible metal implants.
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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