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Official title Exploring the Possible Beneficial Impact of Non-invasive and Invasive Neuromodulation on Freezing of Gait in Parkinson's Disease During Different Ambulatory Complexities: An Electrophysiological and fMRI Study
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06505460
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Freezing of gait (FOG) stands out as a devastating symptom of Parkinson's disease (PD), where patients may become momentarily glued to the ground, rendering them incapable of walking efficiently. The pathogenesis of FOG remains uncertain but is likely attributed to functional perturbations in superficial cortical and deep locomotion regions.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 20 to 90. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Patients meet the diagnosis of PD based on the established consensus criteria
- Age above 20 years old and below 90 years
- For MRgFUS patients: a. At least one of the 3 cardinal symptoms (akinesia, tremor, rigidity) reaches an intensity of at least 2/4. b. Parkinsonian...
- DBS patients must meet Taiwan Health Insurance criteria: PD duration exceeding 5 years, positive response to levodopa (≥33% UPDRS motor score...
You likely can't join if
- Congestive heart failure (Functional III or above) or advanced cancer with distant metastasis.
- PD at Hoehn and Yahr Stage 5.
- DBS exclusion criteria: overt dementia or major depression.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Taichung, Taiwan
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?
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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, 20 years to 90 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Taichung, Taiwan. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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