Early detection of brain conditions in active drivers
Part of Brain & nervous system, Immune system & allergy clinical trials.
This study looks at how well doctors can spot early signs of certain brain conditions in people who drive. You may join if you have a valid license, are between 18 and 85, and have one of the neurological diagnoses the study is focusing on.
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Who can take part
- You have a valid driver's license and drive regularly.
- You are between 18 and 85 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with a specific brain condition (like multiple sclerosis or Parkinson's disease) that the study checks.
- You do not have dementia diagnosed by a recent memory or thinking test.
- You are not taking part if you have a condition that legally prevents safe driving.
- If you have multiple sclerosis, you have not had a relapse in the last 6 weeks and your disability score is low.
- If you have Parkinson's disease, your current symptoms are mild to moderate.
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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