Testing brain stimulation for better movement in tremor and Parkinson's
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This study tests whether stimulating specific brain areas (VOP/VIM) during deep brain stimulation surgery can improve movement and muscle control. It includes people with essential tremor or Parkinson's disease who are already scheduled for this surgery.
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Who can take part
- You have essential tremor or Parkinson's disease and are scheduled for deep brain stimulation surgery at UPMC Presbyterian.
- If you have essential tremor, your tremor symptoms are not equally severe on both sides, and the less affected arm will be tested.
- You do not have a history of seizures.
- Your tremor is not so severe on both sides that you cannot perform simple motor tasks.
- Your insurance coverage for the standard surgery will not be affected by joining this study.
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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