Brain stimulation for swallowing problems in Parkinson's
Part of Brain & nervous system, Digestive system, Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This study is testing whether a gentle brain-stimulation technique called tDCS can help people with Parkinson's disease who have trouble swallowing. If you have Parkinson's, multiple system atrophy, or progressive supranuclear palsy and a swallowing problem, this trial may be an option.
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Who can take part
- You must have Parkinson's disease, multiple system atrophy, or progressive supranuclear palsy.
- You need a swallowing problem confirmed by a special X-ray test (called a VFSS).
- Your memory and thinking must be fairly good (score above 23 on a standard thinking test).
- You cannot have any metal implants in your body.
- You cannot have pneumonia, a serious heart condition, or serious kidney disease.
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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