Focused ultrasound for Parkinson's disease
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests a new, non-surgical treatment using low-intensity focused ultrasound to target areas in the brain affected by Parkinson's disease. The goal is to see if it can safely improve symptoms without the need for implants or surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are between 45 and 80 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.
- If you take Parkinson's medications or others, your dose has been steady for at least 4 weeks.
- You agree not to have deep brain stimulation or other Parkinson's surgery during the study.
- You are able to lie still for 2–3 hours during treatment.
- You do not have metal implants or other reasons that would make an MRI unsafe.
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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