Ultrasound Treatment for Essential Tremor
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This early-stage study tests whether focused ultrasound waves can safely reduce hand tremors in people with essential tremor. The ultrasound is applied from outside the skin without surgery, and researchers want to see if it helps calm unwanted shaking.
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Who can take part
- Diagnosed with essential tremor (primary hand shaking condition) that has lasted at least 3 years
- Age 18 to 90 years old and able to speak English
- Willing to follow all study procedures and able to give informed consent
- No recent stroke, brain injury, or brain surgery with implanted devices like deep brain stimulation
- No blood-thinning medications, severe heart disease, seizure history, or implanted medical devices
- Not pregnant, no active substance abuse, and able to safely have an MRI scan
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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