Gentle nerve stimulation for Parkinson's movement problems
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests a gentle device that stimulates a nerve in the face to see if it helps with movement symptoms in Parkinson's disease. It looks at how this affects walking and balance.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease by two doctors.
- You are between 40 and 80 years old.
- Your Parkinson's medication has been stable for at least one month.
- You do not have other medical conditions that affect your balance or walking.
- You are able to follow instructions and complete the study tasks.
- You agree to the treatment and sign a consent form.
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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