Deep Brain Stimulation for Parkinson's Disease
Sleep-specific DBS Therapy in Parkinson's Disease
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Deep Brain Stimulation
Parkinson's Disease and Parkinsonism
Dystonia
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
At a Glance
- Age
- 21 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Basic Science
- Participants needed
- 64 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- University of Minnesota · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for people with Parkinson's disease who need a deep brain stimulation procedure to help with sleep issues. Participants will have brain imaging and surgery as part of their routine care at the University of Minnesota.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.
- I am at least 21 years old.
- I have existing or planned 7T brain imaging.
- I am scheduled for deep brain stimulation surgery at UMN.
- I have a scheduled initial programming session in at least 2 weeks.
You may not be able to join if
- I have another significant neurological disorder.
- I have a history of dementia.
- I have had post-operative complications affecting my safety.
- I am pregnant.
- I have had unsafe radiation exposure in the last year.
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
Sleep-wake disturbances are a major factor associated with reduced quality of life of individuals with Parkinson's disease (PD), a progressive neurological disorder affecting millions of people in the U.S and worldwide. The brain mechanisms underlying these sleep disorders, and the effects of therapeutic interventions such as deep brain stimulation on sleep-related neuronal activity and sleep beha…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion criteria:
* Diagnosis of idiopathic PD
* At least 21 years old
* Existing or planned 7T brain imaging
* Surgery at UMN to implant DBS system in GPi or STN with directional lead(s) is planned as part of routine clinical care
* Surgery at UMN to implant bilateral DBS system in GPi or STN wi…
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