Brain Activity Study in Tourette Syndrome with Deep Brain Stimulation
Part of Brain & nervous system, Genetic & congenital, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at brain activity in people with Tourette syndrome who are already receiving deep brain stimulation (a treatment that uses electrical pulses to help control tics). The goal is to learn more about the brain signals linked to tics, which could help improve future treatments.
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Who can take part
- You must be at least 16 years old.
- You have Tourette syndrome that is severe and hasn't improved with medications.
- You are already being treated with deep brain stimulation using a PERCEPT™ device.
- You have a normal brain MRI (no significant damage or unusual spots).
- You are not currently experiencing major depression.
- You are able to give your own informed consent (or, if you are a minor, a parent can give consent for you).
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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