Parkinson disease
MONDO:0005180A progressive degenerative disorder of the central nervous system characterized by loss of dopamine producing neurons in the substantia nigra and the presence of Lewy bodies in the substantia nigra and locus coeruleus. Signs and symptoms include tremor which is most pronounced during rest, muscle rigidity, slowing of the voluntary movements, a tendency to fall back, and a mask-like facial expression.
Also known as: PD, Parkinson disease, Parkinson's disease, paralysis agitans
1114 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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New pill aims to ease Parkinson's motor symptoms when added to standard therapy
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether ENERGI-F705 tablets, taken twice daily alongside standard Parkinson's medications, can improve motor function and safety in people aged 40–75 with idiopathic Parkinson's disease. Participants are randomly assigned to receive a high dose, low dose,…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Energenesis Biomedical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain infusion upgrade: could a new method make Parkinson's treatment easier?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new, faster method to deliver the drug AB-1005 into the brain of people with advanced Parkinson's disease. The goal is to see if the new approach can consistently reach the target area while being safer and quicker. 18 participants will be enrolled to assess th…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AskBio Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Parkinson's patients test VR and brain games to steady their steps
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two types of cognitive-based balance training for people with Parkinson's disease: one using virtual reality (VR) and the other combining balance exercises with mental tasks like counting. Thirty-four participants aged 40-80 will do 16 sessions over 8 weeks. R…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bezmialem Vakif University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Could remote hand exercises ease Parkinson's symptoms?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether upper extremity exercise training delivered via tele-rehabilitation (synchronous or asynchronous) can improve motor symptoms, hand dexterity, and daily living activities in people with Parkinson's disease. Participants will receive either remote or…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Gene therapy injection aims to tame Parkinson's symptoms
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a single injection of AB-1005 gene therapy directly into the brain for Japanese adults with moderate Parkinson's disease. The goal is to see if it is safe and can improve daily movement. Eight participants will be followed for 18 months.
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Bayer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New 'Coordinated Reset' brain stimulation aims to improve Parkinson's treatment
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study will test a new way of using deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's disease. Instead of the usual constant high-frequency pulses, this 'Coordinated Reset' approach uses lower-power, patterned stimulation. Researchers want to see if it's safe and can i…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Could a poop transplant ease Parkinson's?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) from healthy donors can improve motor and non-motor symptoms in people with Parkinson's disease. 58 participants will receive either FMT or a control, and their movement scores will be compared after 6 months. The go…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Can a compound in grapes help Parkinson's? new trial launches
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial will test whether a special form of resveratrol (JOTROL) is safe and tolerable for people with Parkinson's disease. About 30 participants will receive either a low dose, high dose, or placebo daily for three months. The study will also measure how the drug …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Georgetown University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Could VR headsets help stroke and Parkinson's patients recover at home?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study will test whether a virtual reality (VR) rehab program done at home can help people recover movement and thinking skills after a stroke or with Parkinson's disease. Sixty participants will either use a VR headset for daily exercises or receive standard rehab. The…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Azienda Usl di Bologna • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Could a brain lipid injection ease Parkinson's motor swings?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests an injectable drug called GM1 in 276 people with Parkinson's disease who experience motor fluctuations (times when medication wears off). Participants are randomly assigned to receive GM1 or a placebo for about 12 weeks, while continuing their usual Parki…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Qilu Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Gene therapy injection targets Parkinson's in patients with GBA1 mutations
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests a gene therapy called VGN-R08b in 17 people with Parkinson's disease who have a GBA1 gene mutation. The therapy is injected directly into the brain's fluid spaces to try to improve symptoms. The main goals are to check safety and see if it works.
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shanghai Vitalgen BioPharma Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Parkinson's patients may benefit from a Plant-Based diet, new study suggests
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an 8-week plant-based diet, rich in fiber and low in processed foods, can improve gut bacteria and reduce inflammation in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will track 75 participants to see if the diet leads to healthier gut microbes and better…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Kiel • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Brain cell injection offers new hope for advanced Parkinson's patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study tests a single injection of special brain cells (NouvNeu001) in 10 people with moderate-to-advanced Parkinson's who have already had deep brain stimulation surgery. The main goal is to check safety, but researchers will also track movement and daily functio…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: iRegene Therapeutics Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Brain surgery and gene therapy aim to tame Parkinson's symptoms
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests a new gene therapy for Parkinson's disease. Six participants will receive a virus-based treatment injected into a specific brain area during surgery. Afterward, they take a drug to control abnormal brain activity and improve movement. The main goal is…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Could an Alzheimer's drug slow Parkinson's? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether lecanemab, a drug that clears amyloid plaques in Alzheimer's disease, can also help people with Parkinson's disease who have amyloid buildup in their brains. About 60 adults aged 50-90 with mild cognitive impairment or early dementia will receive lecanema…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Yonsei University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Smarter brain stimulation may give Parkinson's patients more good hours each day
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new adaptive brain stimulation system that adjusts in real time, compared to standard constant stimulation, for people with Parkinson's disease. About 104 participants will try both modes for three months each to see which gives them more good-quality ON time w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Newronika • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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New Parkinson's drug candidate enters first safety tests in china
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial will test the safety and tolerability of a new oral drug called Lu AF28996 in 10 Chinese adults with Parkinson's disease. Participants will take the drug and be monitored for side effects and how the body processes it. The study is not yet recruiting and do…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: H. Lundbeck A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Could a $4 blood pressure pill boost brain energy in Parkinson's?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 2 trial tests whether terazosin, a drug already used for high blood pressure, can improve energy production in the brains of people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will measure changes in a key energy molecule (ATP) in 120 participants over 1.5 years. If it works…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Nandakumar Narayanan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Could stem cells ease Parkinson's symptoms? new trial launches
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests two types of stem cell treatments for people with Parkinsonism, a condition that causes movement and non-movement problems. The goal is to see if these treatments are safe and can improve symptoms like tremors, stiffness, and mood changes. About 120 adults aged 4…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Biocells Medical • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can stem cells and Brain-Computer headsets slow memory loss?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will screen 600 adults aged 55 and older in U.S. communities to find early signs of mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Participants will receive a combination of stem cell therapy, a wearable brain-computer interface device, and wellness coaching to see if these treatmen…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Noah Tech, Corp. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Brain pacemaker trial aims to slow Parkinson's progression
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new way to use deep brain stimulation (DBS) in people with early-stage Parkinson's disease. The goal is to see if targeting a specific brain area can safely slow or stop worsening of motor symptoms. About 40 participants will receive DBS plus standard medicatio…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mallory Hacker • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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New hope for Parkinson's: drug infusion studied in earlier advanced patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how well the drug Foslevodopa/Foscarbidopa works for people with advanced Parkinson's disease who are still in the earlier phases of that stage. About 100 adults will receive the drug as a continuous infusion under the skin for up to 6 months. Researchers will…
Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Pedal and puzzle: new home therapy aims to stall dementia in Parkinson's
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a home-based dual-task training program for people with Parkinson's disease who have mild cognitive impairment and are at high risk for dementia. Participants will cycle on a stationary bike while playing brain-training games on a tablet, three times a week for 3…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital Tuebingen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Brain stem cell injection aims to restore movement in Parkinson's
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a single injection of lab-grown dopamine-producing cells into the brains of 12 people with advanced Parkinson's disease. The goal is to see if the procedure is safe and if it can improve motor function and quality of life. Participants must be between…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: iCamuno Biotherapeutics Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Brain signals could Fine-Tune Parkinson's treatment
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using brain imaging and electrical signals to program deep brain stimulation (DBS) works better than the usual method for people with Parkinson's disease. Twenty adults aged 30 to 70 who are getting DBS will be randomly assigned to either standard program…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fundació Institut de Recerca de l'Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Ear-Zapping therapy aims to get Parkinson's patients walking better
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests if a gentle electrical stimulation of the ear (called taVNS) combined with treadmill training can improve walking and brain function in people recently diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Sixty participants will receive either real or fake stimulation during 12 t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Campus Bio-Medico • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Could zapping the spine steady blood pressure in Parkinson's?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether spinal cord stimulation can help people with Parkinson's disease who experience sudden drops in blood pressure when standing up. Forty participants will receive either an implanted stimulator or a non-invasive version. The goal is to see if the treatment …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ruijin Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Old prostate drug may spark brain cells in Parkinson's
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether terazosin, a drug currently used for an enlarged prostate, can boost energy production in brain cells of people with early Parkinson's disease. One hundred participants will receive either terazosin or a placebo for 6 months. Researchers will measure chan…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Nandakumar Narayanan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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New pill aims to slow Parkinson's progression in Early-Stage patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an oral drug called GT-02287 in 111 people with early Parkinson's disease. Participants will receive either a low dose, high dose, or placebo for 48 weeks. The goal is to see if the drug improves daily movement and motor symptoms, and to check its safety and effe…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Gain Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Brain gene therapy aims to boost dopamine in young Parkinson's patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests a gene therapy called AAV2-hAADC in 9 adults with young-onset Parkinson's disease. The therapy delivers a gene directly to two brain regions (putamen and caudate) to help convert levodopa into dopamine more efficiently. The main goal is to check safet…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Krzysztof Bankiewicz • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Brain pacemaker showdown: which target best eases Parkinson's symptoms?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two brain areas for deep brain stimulation (DBS) in 86 people with Parkinson's disease. The goal is to see which target—the subthalamic nucleus (STN) or the globus pallidus internus (GPi)—better improves movement symptoms 90 days after surgery. Participants wi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Zhang Jianguo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Stem cells take on Parkinson's: first safety trial begins
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study tests whether stem cells from umbilical cords are safe for people with Parkinson's disease. About 20 adults will receive either the cells or a placebo, and researchers will monitor side effects and any changes in movement. The goal is to see if this approac…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Liaoning Medical Diagnosis and Treatment Technology Research and Development Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Could a common cholesterol drug ease Parkinson's symptoms?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial is testing whether FHL-301 (gemfibrozil, a drug usually used for cholesterol) can help control motor symptoms in people with early-stage Parkinson's disease. Thirty-two adults aged 40 to 75 will receive either the drug or a placebo for up to 48 weeks. The main …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Forest Hills Lab • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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New PET tracer aims to spot Parkinson's in the brain
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests a new radioactive tracer called [11C]MODAG-005 that binds to abnormal protein clumps in the brain linked to Parkinson's disease and multiple system atrophy. Nine participants (patients with Parkinson's, MSA, and healthy volunteers) will receive the tr…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: MODAG GmbH • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New brain scan tracer could spot Alzheimer's and Parkinson's earlier
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial will test a new radioactive tracer called 18F-FCOB04 in 40 people with neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's or Parkinson's. The tracer targets a brain protein called MAO-B and is used with PET scans to see if it can help diagnose these conditions. Th…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Peking Union Medical College Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New smart system aims to catch dangerous blood pressure drops earlier
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study will test a new intelligent diagnostic system for orthostatic hypotension (a sudden drop in blood pressure when standing up). The system continuously monitors blood pressure, brain blood flow, and heart signals to classify the condition more precisely. Researchers plan…
Sponsor: Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Eye scans and voice tests may spot Parkinson's without needles
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study explores painless ways to diagnose Parkinson's disease using advanced eye imaging, memory tests, and voice analysis. Researchers will compare results from 60 people with and without Parkinson's to see if these methods can accurately identify the disease. The goal is to…
Sponsor: Blekinge Institute of Technology • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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New app aims to stop Parkinson's medication side effects before they start
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a smartphone app, called ICD-Shield, can help doctors adjust Parkinson's medications to prevent impulse control disorders (like compulsive gambling or shopping). About 528 people with early-stage Parkinson's will be randomly assigned to use the app or rec…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Lifestyle overhaul may slow Parkinson's onset
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a 6-month program combining exercise, Mediterranean diet, sleep counseling, and cognitive training can help people with early Parkinson's or a sleep disorder (RBD) stick to healthy habits. Researchers will track how well 99 participants follow the program…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Ear nerve zaps may lift depression in Parkinson's
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a small device that gently stimulates a nerve in the ear can help reduce depression in people with Parkinson's disease. Participants use the device at home twice a day for 14 days. The trial measures changes in mood and brain activity to see if this simpl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital with Nanjing Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Wearable device aims to unfreeze gait in Parkinson's
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a wearable device called cueStim can shorten the duration of freezing of gait—a sudden inability to move—in people with Parkinson's disease. About 60 participants, aged 60 to 90, will wear the device for four weeks during daily life and be assigned to one…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fortis Medical Devices Limited • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Magic mushroom compound tested for Parkinson's depression
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis phase 2 trial tests whether a single dose of psilocybin, the active ingredient in magic mushrooms, can improve depression in people with Parkinson's disease. Forty participants will receive a low to high dose with psychological support. The study measures changes in depressi…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a gentle zap to the brain ease Parkinson's symptoms?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS can improve verbal fluency, thinking, and motor control in people with Parkinson's disease. Twenty participants aged 50-90 with Parkinson's and a verbal fluency deficit will receive the st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas at Dallas • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Parkinson's patients may move better with music therapy
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study will test whether active music therapy (with a therapist) or passive music therapy (just listening to music) can improve exercise ability and motivation in 28 people with Parkinson's disease. Participants will do sit-to-stand and walking tests while receiving mus…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Could a zap on the forehead ease Parkinson's shuffling?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a non-invasive device that gently stimulates a nerve on the forehead (external trigeminal nerve stimulation, or eTNS) can immediately improve walking and other movement problems in people with Parkinson's disease. Thirty participants will each try two dif…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Zhengli Di • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a magnetic helmet and exercise help Parkinson's patients walk better?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether combining a painless brain stimulation technique called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) with balance exercises can improve walking and balance in people with Parkinson's disease. Twenty participants aged 40-80 will receive the combined…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chung Shan Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Virtual therapy shows promise for Parkinson's balance
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether a special exercise program called LSVT BIG, done via video calls at home, works as well as the same program done in a clinic. Forty people with mild-to-moderate Parkinson's disease will be randomly assigned to either remote or in-person therapy for 4 …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bezmialem Vakif University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Could a sleep aid also ease Parkinson's movement problems?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether the sleep medication lemborexant can improve both sleep and motor symptoms in people with Parkinson's disease. Forty-four participants will take either lemborexant or a placebo nightly for 28 days. Researchers will measure changes in sleep quality and mov…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: YangPan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Zapping the brain to steady Parkinson's tremors and steps
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called temporal interference stimulation can improve tremor and walking difficulties in people with Parkinson's disease. Fifty participants will be randomly assigned to receive either real or sham stimulation dai…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: YangPan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Wearable robot arm and smart bracelet aim to boost movement in stroke and Parkinson's
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will test a comfortable, soft elbow brace that helps bend and straighten the arm, along with a vibrating forearm bracelet that gives touch cues. About 45 people with stroke or Parkinson's disease will try these devices during arm exercises. The goal is to see if the de…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele Roma • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Robot arm trainer could boost recovery for stroke and Parkinson's patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a robotic device designed to help people with stroke, Parkinson's disease, ALS, or mild cognitive impairment improve their arm and hand function. Thirty adults will receive standard rehabilitation, and half will also use the robot for up to 30 minutes per session…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pavia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Could cooking and gardening boost brain health in Parkinson's? a new trial puts it to the test.
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether doing enjoyable, meaningful activities—like cooking, gardening, or painting—can improve thinking skills and daily function in older adults with Parkinson's disease who have mild to moderate memory or thinking problems. Participants are randomly ass…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Nevada, Las Vegas • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Can a home workout boost brain and body in Parkinson's?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a 16-week home-based exercise program for people with Parkinson's disease. Fifty participants will either do aerobic and resistance training or just stretching. The goal is to see if the program increases daily physical activity, improves thinking, and enhances q…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Virtual park ride could boost rehab motivation for brain conditions
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using a virtual reality (VR) system during cycling exercise makes rehabilitation more motivating for adults with conditions like stroke, Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, or frailty. About 70 participants will try cycling with and without VR over 4 weeks. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Marta Mondellini • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Music app may help Parkinson's patients walk steadier at home
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a smartphone app called CuePD that uses a person's favorite music to help retrain their walking. The goal is to improve gait and reduce fall risk in people with Parkinson's disease. Forty participants who can walk without help will use the app at home and while o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northumbria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Smartshoes zap freezing episodes in Parkinson's — pilot study launches
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether a special shoe that vibrates can safely help people with Parkinson's disease who experience freezing of gait — a sudden inability to move their feet while walking. Twenty participants will wear the smartshoes and researchers will measure how well th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Parkinson's patients try VR to stay steady on their feet
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether immersive virtual reality (VR) therapy can improve balance, reduce fall risk, and boost cardiorespiratory fitness in people with Parkinson's disease. Fifty participants aged 55–75 with mild to moderate Parkinson's will be randomly assigned to either VR-ba…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Valencia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Smart brain pacemaker: new algorithm aims to Fine-Tune Parkinson's treatment
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests an automated programming method for deep brain stimulation (DBS) in people with Parkinson's disease. Fifteen participants who recently had DBS surgery will try the new algorithm and perform motor tasks like walking and finger tapping. The goal is to see if the au…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New wearable device aims to unfreeze Parkinson's patients in their tracks
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests the ParkinSense system, a body-worn device that detects freezing of gait in Parkinson's disease and delivers personalized cues to help patients start walking again. Sixty participants will first use the device in a lab, then at home for two weeks. The main goal i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Barron Associates, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Parkinson's patients try Video-Guided home workouts to boost mobility
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether people with Parkinson's disease can safely follow a home-based exercise program using video instructions and real-time feedback from a camera. Fifteen participants will do exercises like stretching, strength training, and balance work at home for 6 we…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Seoul National University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New 3D platform aims to steady the steps of Parkinson's and stroke patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will test a special moving platform combined with virtual reality to help people with neurological disorders like Parkinson's disease, stroke, ALS, or mild cognitive impairment improve their balance and movement. The platform moves in three directions and adapts exerci…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pavia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New trial aims to ease bladder troubles in Parkinson's patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests two treatments—mirabegron (a drug) and exercise-based behavioral therapy—for overactive bladder in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers want to see if combining treatments helps those who don't respond to one alone. The trial will involve 146 participants…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New Parkinson's pill aims to cut 'OFF' time and ease daily struggles
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis Phase 2 trial tests whether adding Lu AF28996 to standard Parkinson's medications can extend the time patients feel their movement symptoms are well-controlled (called 'good ON time'). About 150 adults with Parkinson's who still experience motor fluctuations despite optimize…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: H. Lundbeck A/S • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New SwallowFit exercise aims to ease Parkinson's swallowing problems
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a 6-week exercise program called SwallowFit designed to improve swallowing fitness in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will compare the exercise group to those receiving standard care. The goal is to see if the exercises lead to safer swallowing and b…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New brain zapper could ease Parkinson's without surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new, non-invasive brain stimulation technique called temporal interference stimulation (TIS) for people with Parkinson's disease. The device uses electrodes on the scalp to send electrical currents deep into the brain, aiming to improve movement problems withou…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jiangsu Province Nanjing Brain Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Brain training or stretching? new study tests which therapy helps Parkinson's patients walk better
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will compare two types of physical therapy—strategy training (using mental cues and visual guides) and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (a stretching and movement technique)—to see which one improves balance, walking, and daily independence in people with Park…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Vibration therapy may steady Parkinson's patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding whole-body vibration (standing on a vibrating platform) to a home exercise program helps people with Parkinson's disease improve balance, mobility, and fall risk more than exercise alone. About 68 adults aged 50-75 with mild to moderate Parkinson's…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Istanbul University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Parkinson's patients may sharpen driving skills with simulator training
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether 10 sessions of low-fidelity driving simulator training can improve driving performance, confidence, and thinking skills in people with Parkinson's disease. 36 participants will be randomly assigned to either the simulator training or a waitlist grou…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Kansas Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Sound waves aimed at the brain: new hope for Parkinson's?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis early study will test whether low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFU) can safely stimulate a brain region in people with Parkinson's disease. Fifteen participants will receive a single session of LIFU. The main goal is to check for side effects, with a secondary look at whet…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ali Rezai • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Brain zaps may ease Parkinson's movement problems
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether repeated sessions of a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS can improve motor function in people with Parkinson's disease. Thirty adults with moderate-stage Parkinson's will receive stimulation over several days. The goal is to see if this safe,…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Can virtual reality and targeted exercises help Parkinson's patients regain arm control?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether virtual reality therapy combined with proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (a type of hands-on exercise) can improve arm movement, reduce tremors, and enhance body awareness in people with Parkinson's disease. Twenty-eight participants will recei…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Could video games help Parkinson's patients? new study tests VR and AR rehab
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study is testing whether virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) games can be a safe and easy-to-use tool for rehab in people with Parkinson's disease. Thirty healthy volunteers aged 50 to 70 will try the game system for four sessions over two weeks. Researchers will…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Augmented eXperience E-health Laboratory • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Robot back hug may ease Parkinson's stiffness and pain
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will test a robotic device called BackHug that delivers deep back massages to 30 adults with mild-to-moderate Parkinson's disease. The goal is to see if it improves walking, balance, back pain, and sleep quality. Participants will receive 40-minute sessions over a set …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Pacla Medical Limited • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Ear zaps could help Parkinson's patients walk better
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a mild electrical stimulation applied to the ear (taVNS) can improve walking, balance, and movement in people with Parkinson's disease when combined with physical therapy. Thirty participants will receive either real or sham stimulation during therapy ses…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Universidade Federal de Pernambuco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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Zap away Parkinson's tremors? new brain stimulation trial begins
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new, non-invasive brain stimulation technique called transcranial temporal interference stimulation (TIS) to see if it can improve movement problems in people with Parkinson's disease. Twenty participants will be randomly assigned to receive either real TIS or …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tang Zhouping • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Shoe insert and exercise combo aims to steady Parkinson's patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a custom foot wedge combined with balance exercises can improve walking and stability in people with Parkinson's disease. Thirty participants with moderate Parkinson's will either get standard physical therapy or the same therapy plus the wedge and specia…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: MTI University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Minty relief? menthol gel tested for Parkinson's symptoms
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether applying menthol to the skin can improve motor symptoms and sleep quality in people with early-stage Parkinson's disease. Researchers will enroll 80 adults aged 30-80 who have had Parkinson's for less than 3 years and report poor sleep. Participants will …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Taipei Medical University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Could a new cycling style help MS patients walk better and feel less tired?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new type of cycling called eccentric cycling for people with multiple sclerosis. Researchers want to see if it improves muscle strength, walking ability, fatigue, and quality of life better than standard cycling. Sixty adults with MS who can walk independently …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Liege • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Could a flickering light help Parkinson's patients sleep better?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a special 40 Hz flickering light, used for 30 minutes each night for a week, can improve insomnia in people with Parkinson's disease. Thirty participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the 40 Hz light or a control light. The main goal is to s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jiangsu Province Nanjing Brain Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Smart sensors could help Parkinson's patients spend less time 'Off'
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether wearable body sensors can help doctors better adjust medication for people with Parkinson's disease who experience motor fluctuations. 218 participants will wear the sensors for 7 days before each visit, and only the experimental group's data will guide t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Brain zaps may help Parkinson's patients walk better
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) can improve walking in people with Parkinson's disease. 81 participants with mild to moderate Parkinson's who have trouble starting to walk will receive …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Arm cuff therapy shows promise for Parkinson's sleep troubles
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a non-invasive treatment called remote ischemic conditioning (RIC) for sleep problems in people with Parkinson's disease. For 7 days, 48 participants will receive either active RIC (using a blood pressure cuff to briefly restrict arm blood flow) or a sham version…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jiangsu Province Nanjing Brain Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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New head zaps aim to ease Parkinson's tremors without surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a non-invasive device called Temporal Interference Stimulation (TIS) to see if it can improve movement in people with Parkinson's disease. The device uses electrical fields to stimulate deep brain areas without surgery. Twenty-four adults with mild to moderate Pa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Zhongnan Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Veterans with Parkinson's to test gamification for boosting exercise
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a gamification program—using game-like rewards and challenges—can help veterans with Parkinson's disease become more physically active. About 110 veterans will either use the gamification program or continue their usual routine. The goal is to see if incr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Can special exercises boost brain and body in Parkinson's?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests two types of exercise in people with Parkinson's disease: one focuses on balance exercises (vestibular rehab), the other combines thinking tasks with movement (dual-task training). Forty-five participants will do supervised exercises twice a week for eight weeks.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Marmara University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Balance training may ease walking struggles in Parkinson's
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a 10-week balance-focused exercise program can improve how the calf muscle activates when starting to walk in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers in Kuwait will enroll 80 participants who can walk independently. The goal is to see if these exerci…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ministry of Health, Kuwait • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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AI-Powered ride could help Parkinson's and dementia patients walk safer
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an AI-powered smart electric vehicle can help people with Parkinson's disease or dementia improve their walking and reduce falls. The vehicle monitors gait, gives real-time feedback, and adapts to the user. Researchers will enroll 120 participants aged 50…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Taipei Medical University Shuang Ho Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Breathing training may ease swallowing and cough problems in Parkinson's
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether a breathing exercise program (expiratory muscle strength training) can improve cough, swallowing, and drooling in people with Parkinson's disease who also have a forward-bent posture. About 28 adults with Parkinson's will participate. The goal is to…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: General University Hospital, Prague • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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AI-Powered lifestyle app aims to ease Parkinson's symptoms
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will test a smartphone app that uses artificial intelligence to create personalized lifestyle plans for people with Parkinson's disease. The app combines diet, exercise, sleep, and other habits to help manage symptoms and possibly slow the disease. Researchers will enr…
Sponsor: University Ramon Llull • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New brain zaps aim to unfreeze Parkinson's gait
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new, high-dose form of non-invasive brain stimulation (called accelerated theta burst stimulation) to see if it can improve walking problems, like freezing, in people with Parkinson's disease. The study will enroll 20 adults with early-stage Parkinson's who hav…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Smart brain implants tested to ease Parkinson's symptoms
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests two types of deep brain stimulation (DBS) in 30 people with Parkinson's disease who already have a DBS implant. One type uses fixed settings, while the other adapts in real time to brain signals. Each participant tries both settings at home for up to a week and t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: HagaZiekenhuis • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Scientists hunt for fingerprints of a genetic form of Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find unique biological and clinical markers for a specific genetic form of Parkinson's disease linked to the LRRK2 gene. Researchers will compare 10 people with LRRK2-related Parkinson's to 10 people with sporadic Parkinson's using blood tests, brain MRI scans,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could zapping the ear unlock Gut-Brain secrets in Parkinson's?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates how stimulating the vagus nerve through the ear affects stomach function and brain activity in people with Parkinson's disease. Participants receive non-invasive electrical stimulation via a device placed on the ear, and researchers measure stomach respons…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain zap study probes inflammation link in Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether deep brain stimulation (DBS) of the subthalamic nucleus alters inflammation in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will measure inflammatory and neurodegenerative markers in the blood of 90 participants before and after DBS surgery, compar…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists launch 5-year watch on rare genetic Parkinson's to unlock disease secrets
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 70 people with PRKN- or PINK1-linked Parkinson's disease, as well as those with typical Parkinson's and healthy volunteers, over 5 years. Researchers will track movement, thinking, and mood symptoms, and collect blood, urine, and optional spinal fluid or muscle…
Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Parkinson's Patients' rhythm skills tested on and off medication
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how dopamine levels affect the ability to keep a steady beat in people with early-stage Parkinson's disease. 34 participants will do simple tapping tasks both on their usual levodopa medication and after skipping it for 12 hours. The goal is to understand whet…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: McMaster University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Brain implant study aims to unlock secrets of Parkinson's sleep problems
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how a brain region called the subthalamic nucleus (STN) is involved in sleep and wakefulness in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will record brain activity during sleep using special electrodes already implanted for deep brain stimulation. The goal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Parkinson's study probes hidden links between arm function and body sense
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how Parkinson's disease affects arm and hand skills, trunk control, and body awareness. Researchers will compare 118 people with Parkinson's (ages 50-80) to healthy adults using tests like pegboard, grip strength, and reaction time. The goal is to understand t…
Sponsor: Baskent University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Hidden struggles: Parkinson's Patients' mental health under the microscope
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will measure how common and severe depression, anxiety, and sleep disorders are in 100 people with idiopathic Parkinson's disease. Researchers will use standard rating scales to assess these symptoms and see how they relate to the disease. The goal is to help doctors r…
Sponsor: Sohag University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Brain implant study aims to decode Parkinson's mental symptoms
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at brain activity recorded from deep brain stimulation (DBS) devices in 20 people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers want to see if certain brain signals are linked to symptoms like sudden anxiety, impulse control problems, and hallucinations. Participants wil…
Sponsor: King's College London • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Could cutting bladder pills boost brain health in Parkinson's?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether slowly reducing or stopping a type of bladder medication (antimuscarinics) can improve thinking and quality of life in people with Parkinson's disease. Twenty participants will go through periods of taking their usual dose and periods of tapering off, …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Parkinson's study tests Brain-Boosting exercises to improve daily life
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether dual-task training—doing two things at once, like walking while solving a puzzle—can improve self-efficacy (confidence) and physical function in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will compare different training types (motor-cognitive vs moto…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alvaro Reyes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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New study aims to spot Parkinson's early with simple blood, urine, and stool tests
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study will enroll 200 people—100 with Parkinson's disease, 50 with related conditions, and 50 healthy controls—to find molecular markers in blood, urine, and stool that can distinguish Parkinson's from atypical parkinsonism. Participants provide samples and und…
Sponsor: International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Massive 10-Year study aims to unlock Parkinson's secrets
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis natural history study will follow 3,000 people with Parkinson's disease over 10 years to understand how the disease progresses and to find early diagnostic markers. Participants will undergo regular check-ups, imaging scans, and lab tests, but no experimental treatments will…
Sponsor: Fujian Medical University Union Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New care pathway aims to ease the shock of Parkinson's diagnosis
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis pilot study will test a flexible, home-based care pathway for 100 people newly diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and their caregivers. The program includes questionnaires and educational tools to help patients and families better understand the disease and manage their care…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Scientists probe Gut-Brain link in Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how the nerves connecting the gut and brain affect Parkinson's disease. Researchers will compare people with Parkinson's, those at risk, and healthy volunteers. Participants will give blood, stool, and saliva samples, have X-rays and colon exams, and answer qu…
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New brain scan sheds light on Parkinson's and aging
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study uses advanced PET/MRI scanning to examine the noradrenaline system in the brains of 165 healthy adults and people with Parkinson's disease. Participants receive a radioactive tracer that binds to specific receptors, allowing researchers to see how this system changes w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New study aims to unravel Parkinson's protein mysteries
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how abnormal proteins, like alpha-synuclein and tau, build up and affect brain function in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will use brain scans, blood tests, and skin biopsies to track these changes. The goal is to find better ways to diagnose and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pavia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Parkinson's study: which mental tasks trip up walking the most?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how doing mental tasks—like naming objects or remembering words—changes the way people with Parkinson's disease walk. Researchers will compare 30 people with Parkinson's to healthy adults of the same age and sex. The goal is to find out which type of thinking …
Sponsor: Gazi University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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Can a driving simulator help recover motor and thinking skills?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a driving simulator designed to help people with neurological conditions like stroke, Parkinson's, ALS, or mild cognitive impairment improve their motor and thinking skills. About 60 participants (including healthy volunteers) will use the simulator to see if it …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pavia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Parkinson's study links brain brakes to stepping over hurdles
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study looks at whether a specific brain function called inhibitory control — the ability to stop or change actions — is linked to how people with Parkinson's disease adjust their walking to step over obstacles. Researchers will measure brain activity with EEG a…
Sponsor: National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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New turkish questionnaire aims to measure thinking confidence in Parkinson's patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will check if a Turkish version of a questionnaire about thinking confidence (cognitive self-efficacy) works well for people with Parkinson's disease. Around 100 participants will fill out the questionnaire, and researchers will see if it is reliable and accurate. This…
Sponsor: Acibadem University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Can being kinder to yourself ease Parkinson's?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how self-compassion (being kind to yourself) and self-efficacy (believing you can manage your health) relate to Parkinson's symptoms, daily function, and quality of life. About 100 adults with mild-to-moderate Parkinson's will fill out questionnaires and do a …
Sponsor: Acibadem University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Parkinson's study probes Mind-Body links to frailty
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how people with Parkinson's disease imagine movements, sense their own bodies, and fear physical activity, and how these factors relate to their symptoms and frailty. Researchers will assess 100 participants using questionnaires and physical tests. The goal is…
Sponsor: Acibadem University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Can cycling unlock brain secrets in Parkinson's?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at people with advanced Parkinson's disease who already have a brain device (deep brain stimulation). Researchers want to understand how aerobic exercise—specifically cycling—changes movement, thinking, and brain activity. Thirty-six participants will do an eight…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Cleveland Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Can your Brain's expectations fool you? Parkinson's hallucination study seeks answers
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study will examine whether prior expectations increase false perceptions in Parkinson's patients who experience visual hallucinations. About 60 participants, including patients with and without hallucinations and healthy volunteers, will complete a computer-bas…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Gut check: how Parkinson's affects digestion before treatment
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at gut changes in people with untreated Parkinson's disease compared to healthy adults. Researchers will measure gut permeability, microbiome, and transit time using stool samples, X-rays, and optional endoscopy. The goal is to better understand early gut involve…
Sponsor: Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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AI smartphone tool could revolutionize Parkinson's assessment
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test an artificial intelligence system that uses smartphone video to rate motor symptoms in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers aim to make assessments more objective and less time-consuming than current methods. The trial will enroll 500 participants in …
Sponsor: Hong Kong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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THC dosing study aims to uncover how cannabis compound alters mind and body
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how different amounts of oral THC (the main psychoactive ingredient in cannabis) affect mood, heart rate, and drug feelings in healthy adults who have used cannabis before. Participants will take either a low, medium, or high dose of THC or a placebo during fo…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Calgary • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Brain pacemaker tweaked to fix vision issues in Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how deep brain stimulation (DBS) can be adjusted to help people with Parkinson's disease who have trouble with eye alignment and focusing. Researchers will use eye-tracking and brain models to find the best stimulation settings. The goal is to improve vision w…
Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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New telemedicine approach aims to catch decline in fragile patients early
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study will follow 100 medically fragile adults with conditions like stroke, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, or certain fractures. The goal is to see if remote check-ins via video calls can reliably spot declines in mobility and thinking, compared to in…
Sponsor: Azienda Sanitaria Locale CN2 Alba-Bra • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Parkinson's patients watched for 5 years after experimental injection
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 6 people with Parkinson's disease who already received an experimental injection called RGL-193. Researchers will check their safety and brain enzyme activity over 5 years. No new treatment is given—this is just observation to see how the injection holds up lon…
Sponsor: Anhui Provincial Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Brain scans aim to uncover hidden risk in Parkinson's patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will use PET-MRI brain scans to compare the reward system in 44 Parkinson's patients, some of whom have a sleep disorder called RBD. The goal is to understand why some patients develop impulse control problems, like gambling or compulsive behaviors, as a side effect of…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Can a phone app predict falls in Parkinson's?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test if a smartphone app can accurately measure fall risk in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will compare app results before and after adjusting medication in 100 participants. The goal is to see if the app can help doctors better manage fall risk.
Sponsor: Taipei Medical University Shuang Ho Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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AI-Powered smartwatch could forecast Parkinson's worsening
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether artificial intelligence (AI) can predict how Parkinson's disease will progress and how patients will respond to medication. One hundred people with Parkinson's will wear a smartwatch and use a mobile app for one year. The AI models will analyze data f…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Italian doctors unite to standardize brain stimulation for Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study brings together 30 Italian experts to agree on the best ways to use deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's disease. DBS uses electrical pulses to improve movement problems, but practices vary widely. Through a series of surveys, the experts will develop clear gui…
Sponsor: University Magna Graecia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC