Exploring Postural Control in Parkinson's Disease
Pathways Mediating Impaired Postural Control in Parkinson's Disease
Recruiting
Observational Study
Parkinson Disease
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
Healthy Volunteers Welcome
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 45 – 80
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 160 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- University of Minnesota · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for individuals with Parkinson's disease and healthy older and young adults. Participants will undergo a brain stimulation technique to help researchers study balance and walking in people with Parkinson's.
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 between 45 and 80 years old.
- I can walk independently for 50 meters.
- I am a healthy adult between 45 and 80 years old.
- I am a healthy adult between 21 and 44 years old.
You may not be able to join if
- I have fainting spells related to blood or stress.
- I take blood-thinning medication.
- I have a condition affecting my ability to stand.
- I have a history of seizures or stroke.
- I have any metal implants in my head.
- I have a pacemaker or any other implanted device.
- I have had surgery on my brain or heart.
- I am currently pregnant.
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
The purpose of this project is to use transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) to explore the state of excitability of corticocortical and corticofugal (cortex to spinal cord, cortex to brainstem to spinal cord) pathways that project to muscles that control the legs and trunk in people with Parkinson's disease. The outcome variables will be further analyzed to understand their relationship to quant…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
Participants with Parkinson's disease
* Diagnosis of idiopathic PD or dystonia as determined by a movement disorders neurologist in accordance with the UK Society Brain Bank diagnostic criteria.
* Age 45-80 years.
* Able to ambulate independently without the use of an assistive…
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