Ultrasound brain stimulation for Parkinson's disease
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests a non-invasive ultrasound treatment that gently stimulates a small part of the brain to see if it can improve Parkinson's symptoms like movement and stiffness. It may be an option for people who have not had brain surgery yet.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 90 years old.
- You have a confirmed diagnosis of Parkinson's disease.
- You have been on the same Parkinson's medication dose for at least 4 weeks.
- You do not have any metal implants in your head or body (that would be unsafe for MRI or electrical stimulation).
- You do not have a pacemaker or any other implanted electrical device.
- You have not had any prior brain surgery for your movement disorder (like deep brain stimulation or lesioning).
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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