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New treatment option for Parkinson Disease
Official title Personalized Real-Time DBS and PD Mechanisms
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06013956
What this study is testing
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Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- A prospective cohort of patients scheduled to undergo deep brain stimulation (DBS) implantation surgery for the treatment of Parkinson's disease as per standard of care will be invited to participate in this study. This mechanistic study is aimed at better understanding the role of basal ganglia beta band (11-35 Hz) oscillations and resonance in the manifestation of Parkinson's disease (PD) motor signs using closed-loop electrical neurostimulation, levodopa medication, and computational modeling.
- Phase 4: studies an already-approved treatment
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 80
You may be able to join if
- Ability to provide informed consent.
- Clinical diagnosis of idiopathic Parkinson's disease.
- Determined, as per standard of care, to be a candidate for deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery targeting the subthalamic nucleus.
- Ability to tolerate delays in taking daily standard Parkinson's disease medications. Key
You likely can't join if
- Secondary Parkinsonism, stroke, or progressive central nervous system disease other than Parkinson's disease.
- Patient has a condition that, in the opinion of the investigators, would significantly increase the risk of interfering with study compliance...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 80 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Cleveland, Ohio, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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