Sensing brain signals with new DBS leads during surgery
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests a new way to measure brain signals during Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgery for Parkinson's disease. It uses special leads that can sense brain activity, which may help doctors better adjust the stimulation in the future.
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Who can take part
- You have Parkinson's disease and are scheduled for DBS surgery at the University of Colorado Hospital.
- You will receive a Medtronic DBS system with a Percept battery and SenSight electrode.
- You have slowness of movement in your arms (bradykinesia) with a score of 2 or higher on the MDS-UPDRS test when off your Parkinson's medications.
- You are able to temporarily stop taking your Parkinson's medications for study visits.
- You do not have dementia or other psychological conditions that would make it hard to give consent or follow instructions.
- You do not already have a DBS system or an implanted heart device (like a pacemaker).
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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