Deep Brain Stimulation for Movement Disorders

Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery for Movement Disorders

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Parkinson's Disease Essential Tremor Dystonia
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 99
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
200 (estimated)
Sponsor
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) · NIH
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults with movement disorders like Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, or dystonia. Participants will undergo surgery to receive a device that stimulates the brain to help improve movement.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am 18 years old or older.
  • I can provide informed consent.
  • I have a confirmed diagnosis of Parkinson's disease not well controlled by medication.
  • I have primary dystonia that does not respond to treatment.
  • I have essential tremor that is not well controlled by medications.

You may not be able to join if

  • I am unable or unwilling to give informed consent.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
Background: \- Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is an approved surgery for certain movement disorders, like Parkinson's disease, that do not respond well to other treatments. DBS uses a battery-powered device called a neurostimulator (like a pacemaker) that is placed under the skin in the chest. It is used to stimulate the areas of the brain that affect movement. Stimulating these areas helps to bloc…
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Eligibility Criteria
* INCLUSION CRITERIA: To be eligible for entry into the study, candidates must meet all the following criteria: Be 18 years of age or older. Able to provide informed consent. Have a clinical diagnosis of one of the following as confirmed by the NIH movement disorders clinic team and the multi-di…
Contacts

Sharon C Park

(301) 496-2921

sharon.park@nih.gov

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