Device to reduce freezing of gait in Parkinson's disease
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests a device that may help people with Parkinson's disease who experience 'freezing'—when their feet feel stuck to the ground. It aims to see if using the device can reduce these episodes.
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Who can take part
- You are between 60 and 90 years old
- You have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease by a neurologist
- You can walk 12 meters without a walking aid (a cane is allowed in daily life)
- You are currently taking levodopa and your Parkinson's medications have been stable for at least 4 weeks
- You have no history of dementia, severe depression, psychosis, or hallucinations
- You do not have implanted electronic devices such as a deep brain stimulator or pacemaker
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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