Parkinsonian disorder
MONDO:0021095A group of disorders which feature impaired motor control characterized by bradykinesia, MUSCLE RIGIDITY; TREMOR; and postural instability. Parkinsonian diseases are generally divided into primary parkinsonism (see PARKINSON DISEASE), secondary parkinsonism (see PARKINSON DISEASE, SECONDARY) and inherited forms. These conditions are associated with dysfunction of dopaminergic or closely related motor integration neuronal pathways in the BASAL GANGLIA.
1128 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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New drug cocktail aims to wipe out aggressive breast cancer before surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial is testing whether adding a targeted therapy called Sacituzumab tirumotecan (Sac-TMT) to standard chemotherapy and immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) can better eliminate cancer before surgery in people with high-risk, early-stage triple-negative or hormone-receptor…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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New mRNA vaccine combo aims to halt advanced melanoma
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a personalized mRNA vaccine (V940) to standard immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) can stop advanced melanoma from growing or spreading. About 160 people with stage III or IV melanoma that cannot be removed by surgery will receive either the vaccine plus…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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New Triple-Drug attack on cervical cancer enters final testing
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests whether adding the experimental drug sacituzumab tirumotecan (sac-TMT) to standard immunotherapy (pembrolizumab) and a targeted therapy (bevacizumab) helps people with metastatic cervical cancer live longer. About 1,000 participants whose cancer has sprea…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Smart brain pacemaker learns to adjust itself for Parkinson's patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new automated method to fine-tune adaptive deep brain stimulation (aDBS) for people with Parkinson's disease. aDBS uses brain signals to adjust stimulation in real time, but setting it up is complex. The trial will compare automated aDBS to standard continuous …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Could a plastic bottle help people with Parkinson's breathe easier and stay steady?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether a homemade bottle-based breathing device can strengthen the muscles used for exhaling and improve balance in people with Parkinson's disease. Parkinson's often weakens respiratory muscles, leading to breathing and coughing problems. The trial will …
Sponsor: Marmara University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to extend life in advanced lung cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests whether adding the experimental drug MK-2870 to the standard immunotherapy pembrolizumab helps people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer live longer compared to pembrolizumab alone. The study enrolls about 614 adults whose tumors have high PD-L1 lev…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Gene therapy for Parkinson's: will it last? new study tracks 6 patients over time
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study checks the long-term safety and lasting effects of a gene therapy called IPS101A in 6 people with severe Parkinson's disease who already received it in an earlier trial. Researchers will monitor side effects and measure changes in movement symptoms over time. The goal …
Sponsor: Innopeutics Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could Lab-Grown brain cells ease Parkinson's?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests whether implanting specially grown dopamine-producing cells into the brain is safe and can help people with Parkinson's disease. Six participants receive their own lab-grown cells placed into a brain region that controls movement. The study measures c…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill aims to slow Parkinson's in genetically targeted patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 trial tests an oral drug called NEU-411 in 150 adults aged 40-80 with early Parkinson's disease who have a specific genetic marker (LRRK2-driven). The study is double-blind and placebo-controlled, meaning neither patients nor doctors know who gets the real drug. Rese…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Neuron23 Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain pacemaker trial aims to tame Parkinson's symptoms
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study follows 300 adults with Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, or dystonia who receive deep brain stimulation (DBS). DBS uses a device implanted in the chest to send electrical pulses to brain areas controlling movement. Researchers will track symptom severity, medicat…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for advanced breast cancer: trial tests Two-Drug combo
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial tests whether a new drug (MK-2870), alone or with another drug (pembrolizumab), works better than standard treatments for people with a common type of advanced breast cancer (HR+/HER2-). About 1,200 participants whose cancer has worsened after hormone therapy w…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gene therapy trial hopes to ease Parkinson's symptoms
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 study tests whether a single dose of AAV2-GDNF gene therapy, delivered directly into the brain, can improve motor function in adults with moderate Parkinson's disease. About 127 participants will receive either the gene therapy or a sham surgery. The main goal is to …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AskBio Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for aggressive breast cancer: drug combo trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a new drug, sacituzumab tirumotecan (Sac-TMT), given alone or with pembrolizumab, helps people with advanced triple-negative breast cancer live longer or keep their cancer from growing. About 1,000 adults whose cancer has spread and who have not had prior…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug combo targets Hard-to-Treat lung cancer mutation
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new targeted therapy pill called MK-1084, alone or with other drugs, for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has a specific genetic change called KRAS G12C. The goal is to see if the treatment is safe and can shrink tumors. About 130 participan…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lung cancer vaccine trial aims to stop tumors from coming back
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding an experimental mRNA vaccine (V940) to the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) can keep lung cancer from returning after surgery. It includes 680 people with stage II to IIIB non-small cell lung cancer whose tumors did not fully respond to …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New hope for esophageal cancer: drug cocktail trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests several new drug combinations, with or without the immunotherapy pembrolizumab, in people with advanced esophageal cancer that has continued to grow after standard treatment. About 230 participants will receive different drug regimens to see which are safest and …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could your own stem cells heal your brain? new trial tests it
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether stem cells taken from a person's own bone marrow and then given back through the veins and nose can improve brain and nerve function. It includes 500 people with various conditions like stroke, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and nerve damage. The goal is …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: MD Stem Cells • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain implant that learns: new hope for Parkinson's?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an adaptive deep brain stimulation (aDBS) system that automatically adjusts stimulation based on real-time brain signals. It aims to improve symptom control for 62 people with Parkinson's disease in China who already have a compatible brain implant. The main goal…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: MedtronicNeuro • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Lung cancer combo aims to wipe out tumors before surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is testing whether giving the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) along with chemotherapy before surgery can eliminate all signs of cancer in people with resectable stage II to IIIB non-small cell lung cancer. About 60 participants will receive the comb…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to outsmart aggressive uterine cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial is testing whether a targeted drug (trastuzumab deruxtecan) combined with immunotherapy (rilvegostomig or pembrolizumab) works better than standard chemotherapy plus pembrolizumab for people with advanced or recurrent endometrial cancer that has a specific prot…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New Parkinson's drug MF1 enters first human safety trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new oral drug called MF1 in healthy adults and people with Parkinson's disease. The drug aims to block a harmful protein (alpha-synuclein) linked to Parkinson's. The main goal is to check safety and how the body processes the drug, not yet whether i…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Shizuoka • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New Parkinson's infusion tested in everyday clinics
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study follows 120 adults with advanced Parkinson's disease in Belgium who are prescribed a drug called Foslevodopa/Foscarbidopa. The drug is given as a continuous infusion under the skin to help control symptoms. Researchers will track how much 'off' time (when symptoms like…
Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New hope for lung cancer: drug cocktail trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests several new drug combinations, including pembrolizumab (an immunotherapy), with or without chemotherapy, in people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer who have not had prior treatment. The goal is to see if these combinations can shrink tumors and control th…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Ancient movements take on Parkinson's: tai chi and Qi-Gong face off
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares Tai Chi and Qi-Gong, two gentle movement therapies, to see which better improves balance and motor function in people with stage I Parkinson's disease. Fifty participants aged 50 to 65 will receive either Tai Chi or Qi-Gong alongside standard physical therapy …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Smart drug missiles take aim at Hard-to-Treat lung cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 2 study tests two new antibody-drug conjugates (R-DXd and I-DXd) against standard chemotherapy in 96 people with advanced nonsquamous non-small cell lung cancer that has worsened after prior immunotherapy and chemotherapy. These 'guided missiles' deliver a cancer-killi…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Smartwatch study aims to Fine-Tune Parkinson's medication timing
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study investigates whether a wrist-worn sensor (KinesiaU) can accurately measure how long people with Parkinson's disease experience 'good on-time' — periods when medication works well and symptoms are controlled without troublesome movements. Researchers are testing IPX-203…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: The Cleveland Clinic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Brain implant that thinks for itself could transform Parkinson's care
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new type of deep brain stimulation (DBS) that automatically adjusts its settings based on real-time brain signals, unlike standard DBS which uses fixed stimulation. Sixty people with Parkinson's disease will have a special neurostimulator implanted and then exp…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Beijing Pins Medical Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Stem cells injected into brain to fight Parkinson's: first human test
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests whether transplanting 10 million special nerve cells made from stem cells into the brain is safe for people with moderate Parkinson's disease. Ten participants will receive the cells in a single surgery. The main goal is to check for side effects and …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Royan Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail takes on Hard-to-Treat cancers
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental drug called MK-0472, alone or combined with the immunotherapy Keytruda or another experimental drug MK-1084, in people with advanced or metastatic solid tumors. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and see how …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could an Anti-Inflammatory pill slow Parkinson's?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial tests whether dapansutrile, a drug that targets inflammation, is safe and can reduce brain and body inflammation in people with early Parkinson's disease. 36 participants will take either the drug or a placebo daily for 6 months, with brain scans and spinal tap…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New hope for advanced cancer? first human trial of BNT3212 begins
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing a new experimental drug called BNT3212, alone or with another drug (pumitamig), in 375 adults with advanced solid tumors who have no other treatment options. The main goals are to check safety, find the right dose, and get an early look at whethe…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: BioNTech SE • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New pill plus immunotherapy shows promise for tough lung cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 study is testing whether adding an experimental pill called calderasib (MK-1084) to the immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab (Keytruda) works better than pembrolizumab alone for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has a KRAS G12C mutation and high PD-L1 …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New drug buntanetap tested for Long-Term safety in Parkinson's patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing the long-term safety of a daily drug called buntanetap in 500 people with Parkinson's disease over 36 months. It includes two groups: those who have taken buntanetap before and those who have a deep brain stimulation device. The main goal is to see if the dr…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Annovis Bio Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Brain pacemaker registry tracks Real-Life results for Parkinson's patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis registry is collecting information from 1,500 people with Parkinson's disease who are receiving deep brain stimulation (DBS) with the Vercise system. The goal is to see how DBS affects quality of life in everyday practice, and to evaluate new programming tools. Participants …
Sponsor: Boston Scientific Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New shot could make cancer treatment easier for patients with advanced tumors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new way to give the drug rilvegostomig as a shot under the skin instead of through an IV. It is for adults with advanced solid tumors who have already tried standard treatments. The goal is to find a dose that works as well as the IV version and to check for si…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New gel treatment for Parkinson's aims to reduce 'Off' time
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study follows about 215 adults with advanced Parkinson's disease who are switching from a pump medication to a new intestinal gel called LECIGON®. Researchers want to see if the gel reduces daily 'off' time—when symptoms return—over 12 months. Participants continue their usu…
Sponsor: Britannia Pharmaceuticals Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Could a common supplement slow Parkinson's? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether D-serine, a dietary supplement, can slow the progression of Parkinson's disease. One hundred people with early-stage Parkinson's will receive either D-serine or a placebo for 58 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in symptoms and brain scans to see if…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Haukeland University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Could this antibody be the key to slowing Parkinson's?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called prasinezumab in 900 people with early-stage Parkinson's disease who are already taking levodopa. The goal is to see if the drug can delay worsening of motor symptoms compared to a placebo. Participants receive the drug or placebo by IV…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Hoffmann-La Roche • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Brain cell transplant trial aims to give Parkinson's patients more good hours each day
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a treatment called bemdaneprocel, which involves transplanting dopamine-producing nerve cells into the brains of people with Parkinson's disease. The goal is to reduce daily 'OFF' time—when symptoms return—and increase 'ON' time without uncontrolled movements. Ab…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: BlueRock Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Brain pacemaker surgery tested for Parkinson's and tremor
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery for people with Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, or dystonia that doesn't improve enough with medication. DBS uses a device like a pacemaker to send electrical pulses to specific brain areas that control movement. R…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New drug MTX325 enters first human tests for Parkinson's
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new drug called MTX325 in healthy volunteers and people with mild to moderate Parkinson's disease. The main goals are to check safety, how the body processes the drug, and whether it reaches the brain. If successful, MTX325 might one day slow the pr…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Mission Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Could a probiotic cocktail delay Parkinson's? new trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a daily supplement containing a specific probiotic, tryptophan, and branched-chain amino acids can slow the progression of early-stage Parkinson's disease. Researchers will recruit 120 participants and randomly assign them to receive either the supplement…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Taipei Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New hope for womb cancer: drug duo aims to slow tumor growth
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding sacituzumab tirumotecan (Sac-TMT) to pembrolizumab helps people with advanced or recurrent endometrial cancer live longer without the cancer getting worse. About 1,100 participants with a specific type of endometrial cancer (pMMR) will receive eith…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Could a nasal spray help Parkinson's? new trial tests insulin and glutathione combo
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 2 trial is testing whether a nasal spray containing insulin and glutathione can safely improve symptoms in people with Parkinson's disease. About 56 participants will receive either the active spray or a placebo, added to their usual medications. The study focuses on c…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Gateway Institute for Brain Research • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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New hope for Parkinson's: drug pump studied for earlier use
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at how well the drug combination Foslevodopa/Foscarbidopa works for people with early advanced Parkinson's disease in everyday German clinics. About 125 adults aged 18-64 who are already prescribed this drug will be followed for up to 12 months. Researchers will …
Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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One-Time gene therapy could change pompe disease treatment
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a single intravenous dose of a gene therapy called AB-1009 in 12 adults with late-onset Pompe disease. Participants must have been on enzyme replacement therapy for at least 6 months. The main goal is to check safety and side effects, while also seeing if the tre…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: AskBio Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New hope for stomach cancer: experimental drug combo trial opens
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests new experimental drugs combined with standard chemotherapy and immunotherapy for people with advanced stomach, gastroesophageal junction, or esophageal cancer that cannot be removed by surgery or has spread. About 160 participants will receive the combination to …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Parkinson's drug pump may tame brain side effects
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a treatment called Lecigon® for people with Parkinson's disease. It is a gel given through a tube into the intestine that delivers a steady dose of medication. The goal is to see if this method reduces certain behavioral and emotional side effects better than sta…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University Hospital Tuebingen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New Parkinson's drug enters early human testing
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new drug called LY3962681 in healthy volunteers and people with Parkinson's disease. The goal is to check if the drug is safe and how the body processes it. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo injected into the spinal fluid, and are fo…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Prevail Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Real-World check: can a new infusion drug ease advanced Parkinson's?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study follows 270 Italian adults with advanced Parkinson's disease who are already prescribed Foslevodopa/Foscarbidopa, a drug given as a continuous infusion under the skin. Researchers will track how the drug affects quality of life over 12 months using a standard questionn…
Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New hope for advanced stomach cancer: experimental drug combos enter human trials
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests two new drug combinations for people with advanced stomach, gastroesophageal junction, or esophageal cancer that has worsened after initial treatment. About 210 participants will receive either an experimental antibody-drug conjugate plus chemotherapy, or a stand…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Brain cell injection trial hopes to ease Parkinson's symptoms
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests a new treatment called NouvNeu001 for people with advanced Parkinson's disease. It involves injecting special brain cells directly into areas of the brain that control movement. The study will enroll just 5 participants to see if the procedure is safe…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: iRegene Therapeutics Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New supplement aims to slow Parkinson's by boosting brain antioxidant levels
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests whether a supplement called gamma-glutamylcysteine (GGC) can increase levels of the brain's master antioxidant, glutathione, in people with early Parkinson's disease. Researchers will measure changes in brain chemistry, motor skills, thinking abilitie…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Pravat Mandal • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Gene therapy hope for severe Parkinson's patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a gene therapy called IPS101A in 6 people with advanced Parkinson's disease (stages 4-5) whose symptoms are not controlled by current medications. The main goal is to check safety and find the best dose. Researchers will also look for any signs that t…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Innopeutics Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New Parkinson's drug enters first human safety trials
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing an experimental drug called LY4006896 in healthy volunteers and people with Parkinson's disease. The main goal is to check if the drug is safe and how the body processes it. Researchers will give single or multiple doses and watch for side effect…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New pill targets brain inflammation in Parkinson's – first human tests begin
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests an experimental oral drug called HL-400 in 86 healthy volunteers. The drug aims to block a protein (NLRP3) linked to inflammation, which may play a role in Parkinson's disease. The study focuses on safety, tolerability, and how the drug moves through …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Highlightll Pharmaceutical (USA) LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New drug targets Parkinson's protein in first human test
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called ALN-SNCA in 46 people with early Parkinson's disease. The drug is designed to lower levels of a harmful protein, alpha-synuclein, in the brain. The main goal is to check if the drug is safe and tolerable, and to see how it moves throug…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Regeneron Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New lung cancer vaccine trial launches for advanced patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing a new cancer vaccine called BNT116, alone or with other drugs, in people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer. The main goal is to find a safe dose and check for side effects. About 320 participants will be enrolled across several groups, inc…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: BioNTech SE • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Brain cell transplant trial offers hope for rare Parkinson's-Like disease
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a single injection of dopamine-producing cells directly into the brain for people with multiple system atrophy (MSA), a rare and severe movement disorder. The main goal is to check safety and side effects in 9 participants aged 30 to 70. Researchers w…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: iRegene Therapeutics Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Treadmill training may slow Parkinson's motor decline
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether high-intensity treadmill exercise can slow the worsening of motor symptoms in people with early-stage Parkinson's disease. 370 participants who have not yet started Parkinson's medication will be assigned to either moderate or high-intensity treadmill ses…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Free drug access for Parkinson's patients with specific gene mutation
Disease control AVAILABLEThis program offers continued free access to the experimental drug BIA 28-6156 for people with Parkinson's disease who have a specific change in the GBA1 gene and have already completed the ACTIVATE study. Participants take one 60mg pill daily. The goal is to provide ongoing trea…
Sponsor: Bial R&D Investments, S.A. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Could an arthritis drug ease Parkinson's symptoms?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether etoricoxib, an anti-inflammatory drug, can help control symptoms in people with Parkinson's disease when added to their usual treatment. The trial will include 60 adults with Parkinson's and measure changes in movement and daily function. The goal is to s…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ihab Elsayed Hassan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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New home program aims to prevent falls in Parkinson's patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a home-based fall prevention program for people with Parkinson's disease. Participants receive a home assessment, personalized recommendations, and an action plan to improve safety and accessibility. The goal is to boost confidence, reduce falls, and help people …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cleveland State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Could a leg nerve graft help the brain? new trial for Parkinson's and MSA
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests if implanting a small piece of the participant's own leg nerve into a key brain area is safe and feasible for people with early Parkinson's disease or Multiple System Atrophy. Seven people will take part; four will get the nerve graft and three will h…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Craig van Horne, MD, PhD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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New drug aims to boost brain energy in Parkinson's patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a new drug called SUL-238 can improve energy production in brain cells of people with early, untreated Parkinson's disease. Forty-five participants will take either a low or high dose of SUL-238 or a placebo daily for 28 days. Researchers will use a speci…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: GEN İlaç ve Sağlık Ürünleri A.Ş. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Can a Stop-Smoking drug help Parkinson's patients stop falling?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether varenicline (Chantix), a drug used to help people quit smoking, can reduce falls in people with Parkinson's disease. About 102 participants will take either varenicline or a placebo for one year. Researchers will measure changes in walking speed while mul…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Vikas Kotagal • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Own skin cells turned brain cells: a new hope for Parkinson's?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests if transplanting a patient's own stem cells into the brain is safe for Parkinson's disease. Researchers take skin cells, turn them into dopamine-producing brain cells, and surgically place them in the brain. Only 8 people with moderate Parkinson's wil…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Jeffrey S. Schweitzer, MD, PhD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Sound waves vs. tremors: new registry tracks Long-Term results
Disease control Recruiting nowThis registry follows 50 people with tremor-dominant Parkinson's disease who have undergone a focused ultrasound thalamotomy. The procedure uses sound waves to target a small area in the brain that causes tremors. The goal is to collect long-term safety data and measure how well …
Sponsor: InSightec • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New registry to monitor brain ultrasound for Parkinson's tremors
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tracks people with advanced Parkinson's disease who receive a treatment called Exablate, which uses focused ultrasound to target a small area in the brain. The goal is to see how well it reduces medication-resistant motor problems like shaking and stiffness. Researcher…
Sponsor: InSightec • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New Parkinson's pill enters first human safety tests
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing whether an experimental oral drug called AX-5006 is safe and tolerable in healthy adults and people with Parkinson's disease. The study involves 84 participants across three parts: single doses in healthy volunteers, multiple daily doses in healt…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Vertero Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Could an asthma drug ease Parkinson's symptoms?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether montelukast, a common asthma medication, can help control symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Researchers will enroll 60 adults with Parkinson's who are already taking levodopa. The main goal is to see if montelukast improves movement and daily living s…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Mostafa Bahaa • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Could brain cell implants ease Parkinson's? new trial begins
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a cell therapy called DSP-1083, implanted directly into the brain, for people with Parkinson's disease. About 25 participants will either get the real implant or a sham surgery to see if it's safe and helps control symptoms. The goal is to replace dam…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Brain zaps for Parkinson's: tiny trial tests implanted electrodes
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early trial tests whether a surgically implanted device that stimulates a specific brain network (called SCAN) can improve movement problems in people with Parkinson's disease. Three adults with Parkinson's will receive the implant and be followed for 12 months. The study is…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Changping Laboratory • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Sound sleep may stall Parkinson's: new study tests gentle nighttime tones
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether playing gentle sounds during deep sleep can slow the progression of Parkinson's disease in people at high risk. Participants with REM sleep behavior disorder or early Parkinson's will wear a headband and headphones for 18 months. Researchers will track ch…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Zurich • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Parkinson's patients get early access to experimental drug tavapadon
Disease control AVAILABLEThis program allows eligible people with Parkinson's disease to receive tavapadon, an experimental oral tablet, before it is officially approved. A doctor must decide if the potential benefit outweighs the risks. The program is only available in certain territories and for those …
Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Can dancing more often slow Parkinson's? new study tests the idea
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether exercising more frequently (5 times a week for one month, then three weeks off) is better than exercising once a week with no breaks for people with moderate Parkinson's disease. The exercise is a partnered dance program based on Argentine tango, adapted …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Brain injection trial hopes to tame Parkinson's
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests whether a new gene therapy called BBM-P002 is safe when injected directly into a specific brain area. It involves 18 adults who have had Parkinson's disease for at least 5 years. The main goal is to check for side effects and see how well the treatmen…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shanghai Xinzhi BioMed Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Ultrasound opens brain barrier to deliver Parkinson's drug in first human test
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial tests whether a focused ultrasound device can safely open the blood-brain barrier to deliver a missing enzyme (GCase) directly into the brains of 14 people with Parkinson's disease. The goal is to see if this delivery method is safe and feasible, not yet to…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: InSightec • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Brain stem cell implant trial offers new hope for Parkinson's
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new treatment called RNDP-001, which involves transplanting dopamine-producing stem cells into the brains of 12 people with Parkinson's disease. The main goal is to see if the procedure is safe and tolerable. Researchers will also monitor changes in…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kenai Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Could broccoli compound slow Parkinson's and MS? new trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a supplement made from a broccoli compound (bioactivated GRA) in 300 people with Parkinson's disease, relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis, or certain childhood nerve diseases. Participants will take the supplement daily for 6 months. Researchers will trac…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: IRCCS Centro Neurolesi Bonino Pulejo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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New pill aims to slow Parkinson's progression in early stages
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a daily pill called BHV-8000 can slow the worsening of motor skills in people recently diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. About 550 adults aged 40 to 85 with early Parkinson's will receive either BHV-8000 (10 mg or 20 mg) or a placebo for up to 48 weeks.…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Biohaven Therapeutics Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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5-Year study tracks brain implant for Parkinson's and tremor
Disease control Recruiting nowThis international study is following 1,000 people who already have or are getting an Abbott deep brain stimulation (DBS) system to treat Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, or dystonia. Researchers will track how well the device controls symptoms and monitor for serious side …
Sponsor: Abbott Medical Devices • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Brain pacemaker may curb risky behaviors in Parkinson's patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares deep brain stimulation (DBS) plus medication against medication alone for Parkinson's patients who also have impulse control disorders, like gambling or compulsive behaviors. About 60 participants aged 70 or younger will be randomly assigned to one of the two …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Kiel • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Stem cell injection aims to replace lost brain cells in Parkinson's
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a single injection of lab-grown nerve cells made from stem cells to treat early-onset Parkinson's disease. The cells are designed to replace the dopamine-producing neurons that are lost in Parkinson's. The trial has two phases: first, a small safety test in 6-12 …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: XellSmart Bio-Pharmaceutical (Suzhou) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Sweat away brain fog: exercise may slow Parkinson's cognitive decline
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a 12-month home exercise program can improve thinking skills in people with Parkinson's disease who also have mild memory or attention problems. Researchers will compare exercisers to a sedentary group and measure changes in movement, mood, and blood m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Zapping the brain during deep sleep may slow Parkinson's
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called rTMS can improve deep sleep and slow the progression of Parkinson's disease. Researchers will give 56 people with Parkinson's either real or sham rTMS and track changes in movement and sleep. The goal is t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai General Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Could a brain booster ease Parkinson's? new trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether vinpocetine, a drug thought to improve blood flow in the brain, can safely reduce Parkinson's symptoms like tremor and stiffness. Researchers will enroll 60 adults with Parkinson's who already take levodopa. The goal is to see if adding vinpocetine leads …
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Could a common diabetes drug ease Parkinson's?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether metformin, a standard diabetes medication, can safely improve movement and quality of life in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will enroll 60 adults aged 50 and older who are already taking levodopa/carbidopa. The main goal is to see if metfor…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Spinal zap trial aims to steady blood pressure in Parkinson's patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early study tests a spinal cord stimulation therapy called ARC-IM in 5 people with Parkinson's disease or related conditions who experience severe drops in blood pressure when standing (orthostatic hypotension). The main goal is to check safety, and researchers will also mea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Could a simple supplement boost brain function in Parkinson's?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a supplement called tributyrin can improve memory, thinking, and walking in people with Parkinson's disease who also have cognitive problems. 45 participants will take either tributyrin or a placebo three times daily for about 90 days. Researchers will me…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Prabesh Kanel • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Pedaling against Parkinson's: Exercise-Genetics trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at how genetics and aerobic exercise together might slow the progression of Parkinson's disease. Two hundred people with Parkinson's will take part in a community-based cycling program three times a week for a year. Researchers will track motor symptoms and think…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jay Alberts • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Could blood pressure drugs slow Parkinson's? major trial launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis large Phase 3 trial is testing whether two common drugs, telmisartan and terazosin, can slow the progression of Parkinson's disease. 1,200 participants will receive either a drug or a placebo for up to 36 months. The study uses a flexible design that can add new treatments o…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University College, London • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Smart wearables and blood markers could spot Parkinson's years before symptoms worsen
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to find better ways to diagnose Parkinson's disease in its earliest stages. Researchers will use wearable devices to track movement and analyze blood samples for specific markers from nerve cells. By combining these digital and biological clues, they hope to creat…
Sponsor: Fujian Medical University Union Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart scan could spot Parkinson's early
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a new radioactive tracer called 18F-mFBG to see if it can detect nerve damage in the heart caused by Lewy body diseases like Parkinson's and Lewy body dementia. About 20 adults will get a PET scan after an injection of the tracer. The goal is to see if the scan c…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Innervate Radiopharmaceuticals LLC (Formerly: Illumina Radiopharmaceuticals LLC) • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New brain scan tracer could spot Parkinson's and related disorder
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new radioactive tracer called SST001 that lights up on PET scans. Researchers want to see if it is safe and can help tell the difference between multiple system atrophy (MSA) and Parkinson's disease. The study will include 30 healthy volunteers and …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Synusight Biotech (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New PET tracer aims to spot Parkinson's protein in living brains
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new imaging drug called [18F]MK-0947 that works with PET scans to show where a protein called α-synuclein builds up in the brain—a hallmark of Parkinson's disease. Researchers will check safety and how well the tracer works in 22 adults (some with P…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Invicro • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New PET tracer aims to spot Parkinson's in the brain
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new radioactive tracer called [¹⁸F]MODAG-009 to see if it can safely highlight abnormal protein clumps in the brains of people with Parkinson's disease or multiple system atrophy (MSA). About 13 participants, including healthy volunteers, will recei…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: MODAG GmbH • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New scan could spot Parkinson's protein in the brain
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a radioactive tracer called 11C-M503 to see if it can detect abnormal alpha-synuclein protein clumps in the brain, which are linked to Parkinson's disease and multiple system atrophy. About 70 adults aged 40-85 with Parkinson's, multiple system atroph…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Eye camera could spot Alzheimer's and Parkinson's early
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a non-invasive eye camera that takes pictures of the retina using different colors of light. Researchers want to see if these images can help detect signs of Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and other neurodegenerative diseases. About 930 adults over age 30 with or…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Center for Eye Research Australia • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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At-Home brain tests could revolutionize neurological diagnosis
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a new digital test battery, Mindmore Distance, can accurately assess thinking and memory skills in people with neurological conditions like stroke, Parkinson's, or multiple sclerosis. Researchers will compare results from home-based computer tests wi…
Sponsor: Umeå University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Blood test breakthrough could spot Parkinson's before symptoms worsen
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new blood test to help doctors diagnose Parkinson's disease and similar brain disorders more accurately and earlier. Researchers will use a technique called RT-QuIC to detect misfolded proteins in blood samples from 458 participants, including healthy peop…
Sponsor: Xuanwu Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Blood test could spot Parkinson's years before symptoms appear
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a blood test can detect Parkinson's disease early, before symptoms become severe. Researchers will measure specific proteins (α-synuclein) in tiny particles from nerve cells in the blood of 600 people with Parkinson's and 600 healthy controls. The go…
Sponsor: Casa di Cura IGEA • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Colonoscopy may detect Parkinson's before symptoms worsen
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a protein linked to Parkinson's disease can be found in colon tissue samples taken during a routine colonoscopy. Researchers will compare samples from people with Parkinson's, those with REM sleep behavior disorder, and healthy individuals. The goal is…
Sponsor: CND Life Sciences • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Colonoscopy could spot Parkinson's before symptoms worsen
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests whether tissue samples taken during a routine colonoscopy can find signs of Parkinson's disease. Researchers look for a protein called alpha-synuclein in the colon of people already diagnosed with Parkinson's. If successful, this could lead to earlier detection a…
Sponsor: CND Life Sciences • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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New imaging trial aims to sharpen diagnosis for Parkinson's, tumors, and more
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis phase 3 study is testing an improved PET/CT imaging method using a radioactive tracer called 18F-DOPA. Researchers want to see if it can better detect small lesions and reduce image artifacts in patients with conditions like congenital hyperinsulinism, neuroblastoma, neuroen…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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AI reads faces and voices to spot Parkinson's
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether artificial intelligence can help diagnose Parkinson's disease by analyzing facial expressions and speech patterns. Researchers will record videos of 720 participants, including people with Parkinson's and similar conditions, as well as healthy volunt…
Sponsor: Beijing Tiantan Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Radioactive tracers aim to spot Parkinson's in the brain
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing three new radioactive tracers that light up alpha-synuclein clumps in the brain during PET/CT scans. Researchers want to see if these scans can accurately diagnose Parkinson's disease and related disorders. 500 adults with suspected or confirmed Parkinson's …
Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New PET tracer aims to light up tau tangles in the brain
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new radioactive tracer called 18F-JSS20-183A to see if it can safely and accurately detect abnormal tau protein in the brain during PET scans. Researchers will study 90 adults aged 40-85 with tauopathies (like PSP, Alzheimer's, or Parkinson's) and h…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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AI aims to cut years off dystonia diagnosis time
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a computer program called DystoniaNet that uses artificial intelligence to help doctors diagnose isolated dystonia, a movement disorder. The trial will enroll 1000 people with dystonia or other conditions that look like it, such as Parkinson's disease or ess…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Eye scan could spot Parkinson's years before symptoms worsen
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new, non-invasive eye scan to see if it can detect Parkinson's disease in its early stages. Researchers will compare the eye scan results with standard brain imaging in 200 participants, including people with early Parkinson's, related movement disorders, …
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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New PET tracer aims to spot Parkinson's protein in the brain
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new radioactive tracer called [18F]ACI-15916, designed to detect clumps of α-synuclein protein in the brain using PET scans. These protein deposits are linked to Parkinson's disease, multiple system atrophy, and dementia with Lewy bodies. The trial …
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: AC Immune SA • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Brain scan breakthrough? new tracer targets protein tangles in MSA and Parkinson's
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new radioactive tracer called 11C-HY-2-15, designed to detect abnormal alpha-synuclein protein in the brain. Researchers will scan 70 adults with multiple system atrophy, Parkinson's disease, progressive supranuclear palsy, or healthy volunteers to …
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Smart sensors could spot Parkinson's earlier and more accurately
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to develop computer models that can help diagnose and monitor Parkinson's disease by analyzing eye movements and walking patterns. Researchers will collect data from 100 people with Parkinson's or similar conditions using special devices. The goal is to make diagn…
Sponsor: machineMD AG • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Step toward prevention: app-based exercise may protect the brain in Parkinson's risk group
Prevention Recruiting nowThis study tests whether increasing physical activity through a motivational smartphone app can slow cognitive decline in people with isolated REM sleep behavior disorder (iRBD), an early sign of Parkinson's disease and related disorders. Researchers will enroll 130 participants …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bonn • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Walking to a beat: new study tests music therapy for gait problems
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding music-like sounds (sonification) to standard walking rehabilitation can improve gait, balance, and quality of life. 120 adults with Parkinson's disease, stroke, or multiple sclerosis will be randomly assigned to standard rehab or rehab with sonific…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Istituti Clinici Scientifici Maugeri SpA • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Could a custom amino acid boost help Parkinson's patients?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a specially designed amino acid supplement can improve nutrition, reduce oxidative stress, and boost physical and mental health in people with Parkinson's disease. Thirty adults aged 60-80 with Parkinson's will take either the supplement or a placebo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cristina Colon-Semenza • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Could a few minutes of special breathing help Parkinson's patients speak louder and move better?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether a single session of breathing air with slightly higher carbon dioxide and lower oxygen can improve speech, cough, and movement in people with Parkinson's disease. Participants are randomly assigned to one of two breathing patterns, each lasting abou…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Gentle touch may ease sleepless nights for Parkinson's patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) — a hands-on therapy using gentle techniques on the head, neck, and ribs — can improve sleep quality in people with Parkinson's disease. Participants are split into two groups: one receives OMT, the other a light t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: New York Institute of Technology • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can tailored magnetic pulses ease Parkinson's symptoms?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a personalized form of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) can improve motor and non-motor symptoms in people with Parkinson's disease, multiple system atrophy, or progressive supranuclear palsy. Fifty participants will receive 10 days of targeted TMS…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Peking University First Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Brain zaps aim to spark motivation in Parkinson's patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called TMS can help with apathy—a common lack of motivation—in people with Parkinson's disease. Sixty participants will receive TMS to two different brain areas on separate visits and perform a task where they ch…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Metronome training may improve gait in parkinson disease
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether walking with a metronome at different speeds can improve how people with Parkinson disease walk. 45 participants will do 12 training sessions on a treadmill and overground, using slow and fast beats to encourage larger and faster steps. Researchers will m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Parkinson's sleep breakthrough? new infusion under study
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a new pump-delivered medication (Foslevodopa/Foscarbidopa) can help improve sleep problems in people with advanced Parkinson's disease. About 103 adults in Spain will take part, and researchers will track their sleep quality over 12 weeks using a simpl…
Sponsor: AbbVie • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Ear zaps may steady heart and BP in Parkinson's
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis early study tests whether a gentle, non-invasive nerve stimulation device placed in the ear (taVNS) can improve how the body regulates heart rate and blood pressure in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will measure changes during simple physical tasks like deep br…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can two tasks at once improve Parkinson's symptoms?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study will test whether doing two physical tasks at the same time or combining a physical task with a thinking task can help people with Parkinson's disease move better, keep their balance, and do daily activities more easily. About 39 participants will do 45-minute exercise…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Magnetic brain stimulation shows promise for Parkinson's symptoms
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether an accelerated course of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) can improve movement and thinking in people with mild to moderate Parkinson's disease. Forty participants aged 50 to 90 will receive six sessions of high-frequency magnetic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: San Francisco Neurology and Sleep Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a daily ear-stimulation gadget ease Parkinson's at home?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a device that gently stimulates a nerve in the ear (taVNS) can help with Parkinson's symptoms like walking and balance problems. Sixteen adults with Parkinson's will use the device at home for one hour daily over eight weeks. Researchers will check if it'…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Dietitian diet may ease constipation in Parkinson's patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a personalized diet plan from a registered dietitian can improve constipation in people with Parkinson's disease. Fifty-four participants will follow the diet for 3 months, with regular check-ins. Researchers will measure bowel movements, gut bacteria, an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospital de Clinicas de Porto Alegre • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Simple cane training may boost walking in Parkinson's patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a 3-week cane training program can improve walking speed and confidence in people with Parkinson's disease. 26 participants will either receive cane training or do stretching exercises. The goal is to see if using a cane properly helps with gait and reduc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Federal University of Minas Gerais • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Eye workouts may steady Parkinson's patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a program of supervised eye exercises can improve physical function, balance, and reduce fear of falling in people with Parkinson's disease. 34 participants will do progressive eye movements and gaze stabilization exercises in a clinic setting. The goal i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Pardis Specialized Wellness Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New Parkinson's drug enters first human safety trial
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a single dose of SER-252 in 40 people with Parkinson's disease who experience motor fluctuations (times when symptoms worsen). The main goal is to check safety and how the drug moves through the body. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo,…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Serina Therapeutics • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Spinal zap aims to get Parkinson's patients moving again
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis early study tests whether a spinal cord stimulation device called ARC-IM can safely improve walking and balance in people with Parkinson's disease. Six participants will receive the therapy, and researchers will monitor side effects and measure changes in gait speed and endu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New brain zapping technique could ease Parkinson's symptoms without surgery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new, non-invasive brain stimulation method called transcranial temporal interference stimulation (tTIS) for people with Parkinson's disease. The treatment targets a deep brain area involved in movement control. 32 participants will receive either real or sham s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai General Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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New handheld device could bring Parkinson's rehab home
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a handheld device that gives gentle directional cues (haptic feedback) to help people with Parkinson's disease perform arm movements more accurately. Twenty participants will use either the haptic device or a similar non-haptic version during home sessions over 8…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Magic mushroom compound tested for Parkinson's depression
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a single dose of psilocybin, given with psychological support, can improve depression in people with Parkinson's disease. Sixty adults aged 40 to 80 with mild to moderate Parkinson's and depressive symptoms will receive either a low or high dose of psiloc…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Joshua Woolley, MD, PhD • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Can a tailored exercise program ease Parkinson's symptoms?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a 12-week group exercise program, designed for each person's needs, is practical and helpful for people with Parkinson's disease. The program includes strength, aerobic, balance, and cognitive exercises, done both in person and at home. Researchers w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad Rey Juan Carlos • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New shot aims to ease depression and anxiety in cancer and chronic disease patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a single injection of RE104 can reduce symptoms of depression or mixed depression and anxiety in people with adjustment disorder caused by a serious medical illness like cancer, ALS, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, or idiopathic pulmonary fibrosi…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Reunion Neuroscience Inc • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Breathing exercise device shows promise for swallowing problems in Parkinson's
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a four-week training program using a device called EMST can improve swallowing in people with Parkinson's disease who have trouble swallowing. Thirty participants will do breathing exercises five days a week. Researchers will use special cameras and press…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital Muenster • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can mindfulness together ease Parkinson's stress?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether 8 weeks of mindfulness classes, taken together by people with Parkinson's and their family caregivers, can reduce negative emotions like stress, anxiety, and depression. About 200 Chinese patient-caregiver pairs will either take the classes or continue us…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Brain and body workout may boost arm strength in Parkinson's
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether dual-task training—doing cognitive tasks like counting backwards while performing hand exercises—can improve upper limb function and muscle thickness in people with Parkinson's disease. 38 participants will be assigned to either the training group or rout…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ankara University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Brain pacemaker gets a software upgrade to fight freezing gait
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a software called CereGate that fine-tunes an already-implanted deep brain stimulator to reduce freezing of gait in Parkinson's disease. About 41 participants will have their stimulator adjusted using the software. The goal is to see if this extra tuning can make…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: CereGate Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Can robot workouts help Parkinson's patients move better?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a robot-guided exercise program for people with mild to moderate Parkinson's disease. Participants will do exercises three times a week for three weeks, either in person or remotely. The goal is to see if the program is safe, doable, and helps improve movement an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Can mirror tricks and balance drills steady Parkinson's patients?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two non-drug therapies—trunk control exercises and mirror therapy—to see which better improves balance and posture in people with Parkinson's disease. Thirty-six participants aged 50 to 70 with mild to moderate Parkinson's will be enrolled. The goal is to find…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Lahore • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New strategy training aims to outsmart Parkinson's brain fog
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new approach to help people with early Parkinson's disease who have mild memory or thinking problems. Instead of brain games, participants learn practical strategies from an occupational therapist to handle everyday challenges like remembering tasks or staying …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Can a virtual boot camp help Parkinson's patients stay steady?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a 4-week virtual balance training program, guided by a physical therapist and monitored with wearable sensors, can improve balance and reduce fall risk in older adults with Parkinson's disease. Eighty participants aged 55-85 will complete 12 remote sessio…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Oregon Health and Science University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Rocking bed may ease Parkinson's symptoms while you sleep
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis small pilot study tests whether a special rocking bed (Somnomat Casa) can improve sleep quality in people with Parkinson's disease. Fifteen participants will use the bed at home for two months, and researchers will measure how acceptable and helpful the treatment is. The goa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Can a simple amplifier give Parkinson's patients their voice back?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether speech amplification devices can help people with Parkinson's disease and related conditions who have a soft, weak voice (hypophonia). Researchers will work with 100 participants to measure how well these devices improve speech loudness, clarity, and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Michigan State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Can simple home exercises keep Parkinson's patients on their feet?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests two different home exercise programs designed to prevent falls in people with Parkinson's disease. Thirty participants will do one of the programs for six weeks, and researchers will measure changes in balance, walking, and fear of falling. The goal is to find ou…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Uludag University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Ear zaps may ease Parkinson's speech and movement woes
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether mild electrical stimulation of the ear, combined with physical and speech therapy, can improve symptoms like voice problems, swallowing, and balance in people with Parkinson's disease. 46 participants will receive either active or sham stimulation during …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidade da Coruña • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New 'Phygital' therapy aims to sharpen hand skills in Parkinson's
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests a new approach called 'phygital' training for people with early-stage Parkinson's disease. Instead of just using a screen, participants will play digital games while handling real objects like blocks or cups. The goal is to see if this combination improves …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Health Sciences Lahore • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Robots vs. electricity: which helps Parkinson's patients walk better?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests two extra therapies added to standard exercise rehab for people with Parkinson's disease: robot-assisted walking training and electrical stimulation of the thigh muscle. Forty participants will be randomly assigned to one of the two groups and undergo treatment f…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kanuni Sultan Suleyman Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Robot suit aims to steady aging and Parkinson's steps
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a wearable robotic exoskeleton can improve walking, balance, and mobility in healthy older adults and people with Parkinson's disease—both groups at high risk for falls. About 26 participants will attend two lab sessions to try the device while performing…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre intégré de santé et de services sociaux de l'Outaouais • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Parkinson's patients may soon exercise and track sleep from home
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a high-intensity exercise program and a sleep-tracking headband can be used safely and effectively at home by people with Parkinson's disease. Sixteen participants in Colorado will try the remote program and give feedback. The goal is to make exercis…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New brain zapping technique shows promise for Parkinson's movement
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new, non-invasive brain stimulation method called temporal interference stimulation (tTIS) to see if it can improve motor symptoms in people with Parkinson's disease. 90 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either real stimulation targeting specifi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Could carbon monoxide help Parkinson's? small trial begins
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis phase 2a trial tests an oral liquid containing low-dose carbon monoxide (HBI-002) in 36 people with Parkinson's disease. Participants take it daily for 14 days to see if it is safe and tolerable. The study is randomized and placebo-controlled, meaning some get the drug and s…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Hillhurst Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Sound waves aimed at the brain could ease Parkinson's symptoms
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new device that uses focused ultrasound waves on the brain to see if it can safely improve movement problems in people with Parkinson's disease. About 60 adults with Parkinson's will receive either real or fake (sham) ultrasound treatments. Researchers will mea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sanmai Technologies PBC dba Sanmai • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Parkinson's patients watch their own best moves in VR to fight slowness
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether Parkinson's patients can improve their movement by watching personalized 3D virtual reality recordings of their own smooth, fast actions. 24 participants will use VR headsets to view their own best movement sequences, aiming to retrain the brain and reduc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Abant Izzet Baysal University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Parkinson's patients: can the right exercise program transform your daily life?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study aims to find out which type of exercise helps people with Parkinson's disease the most. Researchers will compare different supervised exercise programs to see how they affect movement, balance, endurance, and quality of life. The study involves 45 adults with mild to m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Texas, El Paso • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Smart tuning of brain implants could help Parkinson's patients walk better
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study aims to improve walking and balance in people with Parkinson's disease who already have a brain implant (deep brain stimulation). Researchers will use MRI scans and computer models to find the best settings for each person's implant. Sixty participants will test these …
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Magic mushroom therapy tested for depression in chronic illness patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether psilocybin (the active ingredient in magic mushrooms) can safely reduce depression in adults with COPD, ALS, MS, or atypical Parkinson disease who have at least 6 months to live. Participants receive either two moderate-to-high doses (15mg then 25mg) or t…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Medical Center Groningen • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Magnetic pulses timed to brain rhythms may quiet tremors without surgery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) timed to a person's own tremor cycle can reduce shaking in Essential Tremor and Parkinson's disease. Twenty participants with each condition will receive TMS pulses over the motor cortex while their tremor is record…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Oxford • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Gut feeling: could a probiotic lift mood in Parkinson's?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a daily probiotic supplement can help treat depression in people with Parkinson's disease. Sixty adults with mild to moderate Parkinson's and depression will take either the probiotic or a placebo for 12 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in mood and…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of British Columbia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New hope for Parkinson's patients: opicapone study targets motor fluctuations
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at how well the drug opicapone works for people with Parkinson's disease who have early signs of motor fluctuations (times when movement symptoms change). About 200 adults in Italy will take the drug as part of their normal care. Researchers will check if patient…
Sponsor: Bial - Portela C S.A. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New drug aims to stop the dizziness of standing up
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new drug called CST-3056 in 12 adults with neurogenic orthostatic hypotension (a sharp drop in blood pressure when standing) caused by Parkinson's disease or pure autonomic failure. The goal is to see if the drug can improve blood pressure and reduce symptoms l…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: CuraSen Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Metronome music may improve gait in Parkinson's patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether rhythmic auditory stimulation (RAS) — listening to a metronome beat — can improve walking in people with Parkinson's disease who have a deep brain stimulator (DBS). Ten participants will walk to the beat for four minutes with their DBS turned on and off. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Parkinson's patients test new brain stimulation in their own homes
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a new type of deep brain stimulation (called patterned DBS) is safe and tolerable for people with Parkinson's disease to use at home. About 60 adults who already have a DBS device will try the new stimulation pattern for two weeks. The goal is to see if t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New device zaps brain in sync with tremors to quiet shaking hands
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a non-invasive device that delivers mild electrical stimulation to the cerebellum, timed precisely to each patient's hand tremor rhythm. Ten people with Parkinson's and moderate-to-severe hand tremor will receive both real and sham stimulation to see if the real …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Brain implant learns to fight Parkinson's symptoms around the clock
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a deep brain stimulator (DBS) that automatically adjusts its settings can better control movement and sleep problems in people with Parkinson's disease. 24 adults aged 25-75 will have electrodes placed under the scalp to record brain signals. The device w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Could a zapping helmet ease Parkinson's symptoms?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a non-invasive brain stimulation method called temporal interference stimulation (TIS) to see if it can improve motor and speech problems in people with Parkinson's disease or secondary Parkinson's syndrome. Sixty participants will receive either real TIS or a sh…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ke Dong, MD • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Zapping the brain to fight Parkinson's fog
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a gentle electrical brain stimulation technique called tDCS can improve cognitive problems in people with Parkinson's disease who have mild memory or thinking issues. About 36 participants will receive the stimulation while their brain activity and cognit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Manitoba • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Sleep sounds may sharpen minds in Parkinson's
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether playing soft sounds during deep sleep can improve the effects of a home-based brain training program for people with Parkinson's disease and mild memory problems. Fifty participants will use a sleep device at night and complete cognitive exercises for fiv…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Zurich • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Parkinson's patients test walking poles for better mobility
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether using walking poles during an 8-week independent walking program can improve walking, movement, and thinking in people with Parkinson's disease. Forty participants will walk at least three times a week, either with or without poles. Researchers will measu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: East Tennessee State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Brain-Training exercise games aim to stop Parkinson's falls
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether combining exercise video games (exergaming) with real-time brainwave feedback can improve balance in people with Parkinson's disease. One hundred participants will be randomly assigned to either exergaming alone or exergaming plus neurofeedback, training …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Leicester • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Could a daily magnetic helmet ease Parkinson's symptoms?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether daily 30-minute sessions of transcranial pulsed electromagnetic fields (T-PEMF) can improve movement and other symptoms in people with Parkinson's disease. 90 participants will receive either real or sham treatment for the first 6 months, then all receive…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Southern Denmark • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Tailored brain zaps could help Parkinson's patients walk better
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a personalized approach to brain stimulation (rTMS) for people with Parkinson's disease. The goal is to see if tailoring the stimulation to each patient's brain function improves walking better than the standard one-size-fits-all method. The study will involve 60…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Samsung Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Ear stimulation device offers new hope for Parkinson's tremors
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a device called EarStim that gently stimulates the ear to temporarily improve movement problems in people with Parkinson's disease. About 90 adults with moderate to severe Parkinson's who experience 'off' episodes will try the device in a clinic and later at home…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stoparkinson Healthcare Systems LLC • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Could a wobbly desk ease Parkinson's symptoms?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis small pilot study tests a special standing desk that gently moves, prompting people with Parkinson's to take small steps while standing. Five participants will use the desk for up to 12 sessions over 6 weeks. Researchers will measure walking speed, motor symptoms, and thinki…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Could a magnetic helmet boost brainpower in Parkinson's?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called rTMS can safely improve mild thinking problems in veterans with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will give real or fake rTMS sessions to 56 veterans and measure changes in executive function (like planning…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New study aims to perfect dosing of Parkinson's rescue drug
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing SL-APO (Kynmobi), a fast-acting film placed under the tongue, to treat OFF episodes in people with Parkinson's disease. OFF episodes are times when Parkinson's symptoms return between medication doses. The study will enroll 90 adults and observe how doctors …
Sponsor: Bial - Portela C S.A. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Could a gentle neck zap steady the steps of Parkinson's patients?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests a handheld device that gently stimulates the vagus nerve in the neck to see if it can improve walking and balance in veterans with Parkinson's disease. Forty participants will use the device at home while researchers measure changes in stride length and oth…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can training listeners help Parkinson's patients be heard?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether training the people who talk with someone with Parkinson's disease can make communication easier. Instead of focusing on the patient, researchers will teach their primary communication partners to better understand slurred or unclear speech. The goal is t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Utah State University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Zapping the brain to curb impulse control in Parkinson's
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called rTMS can reduce impulse control disorders in people with Parkinson's disease who are on dopamine therapy. Twenty participants will receive both real and sham stimulation in random order, then complete task…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: West Virginia University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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Virtual reality showdown: can shared VR worlds help Parkinson's patients move better?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two virtual reality rehab programs for people with mild to moderate Parkinson's disease. One group will do therapist-guided exercises in a shared virtual space, while the other uses a standard screen-based VR. Over 12 weeks, researchers will measure improvemen…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Superior University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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At-home brain zaps may ease Parkinson's stiffness and slowness
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a noninvasive brain stimulation device, used at home under remote supervision, can improve motor symptoms like stiffness, slowness, and walking difficulty in people with Parkinson's disease. 68 participants with mild-to-moderate Parkinson's will receive e…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai University of Sport • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Parkinson's breakthrough? exercise and brain zaps show promise
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether combining physical exercise with a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation technique (tDCS) can improve walking, balance, and reaction time in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will measure changes in movement speed and coordination in 100 pa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad Rey Juan Carlos • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Walking workouts may boost brain power in Parkinson's patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a 12-week supervised aerobic exercise program can improve brain blood flow, thinking skills, and walking in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will compare 40 participants who either do the exercise program or continue their usual care. The g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Raphael Mendes Ritti Dias • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Could ketamine lift depression in Parkinson's? VA launches new trial
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a single dose of intravenous ketamine can quickly improve depression in veterans with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will also look at how ketamine affects brain flexibility and inflammation. The trial involves 80 veterans and compares ketamine to a mil…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New pill aims to smooth out Parkinson's motor swings
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called AP-472 in people with Parkinson's disease who have motor fluctuations—times when their usual levodopa medication stops working well. About 150 participants will take either a low dose, a high dose, or a placebo pill for 8 weeks, added …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Appello Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Could a sleep apnea machine fix blood pressure swings in nerve disease?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether using a CPAP machine (a device that gently blows air through a mask) can safely lower high blood pressure when lying down at night and help reduce dizziness upon standing in people with autonomic failure. About 59 adults aged 40-80 with conditions like…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Brain zapping trial aims to brighten mood in Parkinson's
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called MRI-guided transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) can reduce depression and apathy in people with Parkinson's disease. Forty participants will receive either real or sham stimulation, and researche…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of South Alabama • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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VR brain training at home could slow memory loss
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a virtual reality (VR) app used at home with remote therapist guidance can improve memory, attention, and social skills in people with early memory decline (Subjective Cognitive Decline and Mild Cognitive Impairment). 480 adults aged 40-80 will either use…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: IRCCS Centro Neurolesi Bonino Pulejo • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Music may soothe hospital confusion for Alzheimer's and Parkinson's patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests a personalized music therapy program to prevent delirium (sudden confusion) in hospitalized people with neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's or Parkinson's. Thirty participants will receive up to five live music sessions tailored to their preferences…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Parkinson's patients take control: Self-Managed exercise via telerehabilitation shows promise
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study explores whether people with Parkinson's disease can improve their quality of life, walking speed, and mobility by managing their own exercise plans at home using telerehabilitation. Researchers will compare self-managed exercise to supervised programs in 30 participan…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Marmara University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Exercise plus VR may boost balance in Parkinson's – small study underway
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether doing high-intensity exercise before virtual reality training can improve balance and brain flexibility in people with Parkinson's disease. Sixteen participants will be split into two groups: one does intense exercise plus VR, the other does stretching pl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Brain wave shortcut could speed up Parkinson's treatment
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new method to program deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's disease using the brain's own electrical signals. Instead of the usual time-consuming manual adjustments, doctors will use these signals to pick the best stimulation settings. The goal is to imp…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Could flickering lights and sounds ease Parkinson's symptoms?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a device that uses light, sound, and gentle touch to stimulate brain waves at a specific frequency (gamma). Researchers want to see if it is safe and can change brain activity in people with mild Parkinson's disease. 40 participants will use the device for 30-60 …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Brain pacemaker tweak may ease Parkinson's without fogging thinking
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new way to use deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's disease. Standard DBS helps movement but can sometimes cause thinking or mood problems. The researchers will add low-frequency stimulation to a different part of the brain while keeping the usual high-…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Blood flow trick may boost balance in Parkinson's patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a new exercise method for people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will see if partially restricting blood flow to the legs during balance-challenging strength exercises can improve symptoms. The study involves 20 participants aged 40 to 85 and focuses on whe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Could a brain zapping treatment spark motivation in Parkinson's patients?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a fast form of brain stimulation (called accelerated TMS) can help with apathy—a lack of motivation—in people with Parkinson's disease. Fifteen participants will receive 48 stimulation sessions over two weeks. Researchers will check if the treatment is sa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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New pump may bring comfort to Parkinson's patients in final days
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a continuous apomorphine pump can reduce stiffness and improve comfort in Parkinson's patients who are near the end of life and can no longer take oral medications. Researchers will follow 80 patients receiving home hospital care, measuring symptoms like …
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Régional d'Orléans • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Parkinson's diet study: could the MIND diet ease symptoms?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether following a Mediterranean-style diet for 18 months is practical and beneficial for people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will see if the diet is easy to stick with and if it leads to changes in gut bacteria or Parkinson's symptoms. About 40 partici…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of British Columbia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Music may reawaken motivation in Parkinson's patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study explores whether listening to personally meaningful music can reduce apathy—a lack of motivation and emotion—in people with Parkinson's disease. Fifty participants will listen to their own chosen music or neutral podcasts for 8 weeks. Researchers will use brain scans a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of British Columbia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New magnetic therapy aims to help Parkinson's patients walk better
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests if magnetic stimulation applied to the spine and brain can improve walking and balance in people with Parkinson's disease. Thirty participants will receive 10 sessions of either neck or upper-back stimulation combined with brain stimulation. The goal is to find t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidade Federal de Pernambuco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Can a home computer program help early Parkinson's patients move better?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether an online self-management program can help people with early-stage Parkinson's disease maintain their daily activities and quality of life as well as in-person task training. One hundred participants aged 45-70 will be split into three groups: online prog…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chang Gung University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Could zapping the Brain's cerebellum boost cognition in mental illness?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) applied to the cerebellum can improve cognitive deficits and mood in people with schizophrenia, autism, bipolar disorder, depression, or Parkinson's…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Krystal Parker, PhD • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New device helps Parkinson's patients beat freezing episodes
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a wearable device called Cue2Walk that automatically detects freezing of gait in people with Parkinson's disease and provides rhythmic cues to help them keep walking. The study will compare the device's effectiveness and cost against usual care in 84 participants…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Amsterdam UMC, location VUmc • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Shock therapy? electrical pulses aim to restore movement in paralysis
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis early study tests whether a device that sends electrical pulses to muscles and the spinal cord can improve arm, hand, or leg movement in people with paralysis from spinal cord injury, stroke, or other nerve damage. Up to 64 participants will attend sessions five times a week…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Northwell Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can Brain-and-Body workouts help Parkinson's patients walk better?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a 12-week exercise program that combines balance, treadmill walking with mental tasks, and leg strengthening can improve gait and balance in people with moderate-to-advanced Parkinson's disease. 48 participants will be randomly assigned to either the exer…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Annemette Lokkegaard • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Sweat your way to better sleep: exercise study targets Parkinson's nighttime woes
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether different types of exercise—like cardio, strength training, or a mix—can help people with Parkinson's disease sleep better. Researchers will track sleep quality and brain activity during sleep in 150 participants over 12 weeks. The goal is to find whic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: McGill University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Spinal zaps could help Parkinson's patients walk better
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a non-invasive device that sends mild electrical pulses to the spinal cord can improve walking and balance in people with Parkinson's disease. The device is placed on the skin, so no surgery is needed. Twenty adults with Parkinson's who can walk at l…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Louisville • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New drug aims to reignite motivation in Parkinson's patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental drug called IRL757 in 75 people with Parkinson's disease who also have apathy (loss of interest or motivation). The main goal is to see if the drug is safe and tolerable over 12 weeks. Researchers will also check if it helps improve apathy symptom…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Integrative Research Laboratories AB • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Rotational exercises may cut fall risk in Parkinson's patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether functional rotational exercises can lower fall risk and improve mobility and balance in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will enroll 50 adults aged 50-70 with mild to moderate Parkinson's. Participants will perform rotational exercises, and th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Uskudar University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Vibrating shoe aims to boost walking speed in Parkinson's patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis small pilot study tests a smart shoe called NUSHU that provides gentle vibrations to see if it can help people with Parkinson's disease walk faster. Sixteen participants will complete two short walking tests—one with the vibration on and one without—to compare their speed, s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Magnes AG • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Breath of fresh hope: simple breathing technique tested for Parkinson's stress
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a breathing and meditation program called SKY Breath in 40 people with early-stage Parkinson's and their care partners. Participants will learn the technique over four days and practice daily for four weeks. Researchers will use surveys to measure changes in stre…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nova Southeastern University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Can a common ADHD drug help Parkinson's patients stop freezing in their tracks?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether atomoxetine, a medication that affects noradrenaline, can reduce freezing of gait in people with Parkinson's disease. About 60 participants will take either atomoxetine or a placebo and perform walking tests, MRI scans, and questionnaires. The goal is to …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Radboud University Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Could a nerve drug ease Parkinson's gut troubles?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether pyridostigmine, a drug that stimulates the gut, can safely relieve chronic constipation in people with Parkinson's disease. Constipation is a common and bothersome symptom that often appears years before movement problems. Sixteen adults with Parkinson's …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Vermont Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Spinal zap trial aims to ease Parkinson's stoop
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether electrical spinal cord stimulation is safe for people with Parkinson's disease who have a painful, bent-forward posture called camptocormia. Six participants will receive the stimulation and be monitored for side effects for about 10-11 months. The goal i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Rouen • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Parkinson's patients try App-Based walking coach at home
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis pilot study tests whether a smartphone app called Walking Tall can help people with Parkinson's disease improve their walking. Thirty participants will use the app at home for 6 weeks, doing walking exercises with audio cues and prompts. Researchers will measure step counts,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tel-Aviv Sourasky Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Neck zap may ease Parkinson's leg stiffness
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a handheld device that gently stimulates the vagus nerve in the neck can improve leg muscle control, walking, and balance in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will compare real stimulation to a sham (fake) version in 75 participants. The goal i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Zapping the brain to ease Parkinson's slowness
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called patterned repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (prTMS) can reduce bradykinesia—slowness of movement—in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will apply the stimulation over a brain area invo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Danish Research Centre for Magnetic Resonance • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Can playing motion games at home steady Parkinson's patients?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether playing a motion-sensor game called TOAP RUN at home can improve walking and balance in people with Parkinson's disease. 80 patients will be split into two groups: one does the game sessions plus usual care, the other just usual care. Researchers will che…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Rouen • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Swimming toward relief: water therapy tested for Parkinson's symptoms
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether supervised pool exercises (aquatic therapy) can improve daily activities, walking, balance, posture, pain, and mood in people with Parkinson's disease. 42 participants will either do home exercises alone or add three 45-minute pool sessions per week for s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ankara City Hospital Bilkent • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Brain zaps and poles: new combo therapy for Parkinson's gait
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding a mild, non-invasive brain stimulation (tDCS) to a supervised Nordic walking program improves walking speed and balance in people with Parkinson's disease. Forty participants will be randomly assigned to receive either real or fake tDCS during 12 w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidade Metodista de Piracicaba • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Brain zaps may ease Parkinson's movement woes
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS can improve motor function and reduce fatigue in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will apply mild electrical current to the movement-control area of the brain over multiple sessions. The t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sanford Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Zapping the brain to restore speech in lewy body disease?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at language difficulties in people with Lewy body disease (like Parkinson's or dementia with Lewy bodies) who also have mild cognitive impairment. Researchers will first compare sentence understanding between patients and healthy older adults. Then they will test…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Masaryk University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Can lighter weights beat heavy lifting for Parkinson's patients?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether low-load or high-load resistance training works better for improving muscle strength and everyday activities in older adults with Parkinson's disease. About 60 participants with mild to moderate Parkinson's will take part. The goal is to find the most …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Robots help recover brain power in Parkinson's, MS, and stroke patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether sensor-based robotic arm rehabilitation can improve both thinking skills (like memory and attention) and physical movement in adults with Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, or stroke. Participants will receive 25 sessions of either robotic therapy w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: IRCCS Centro Neurolesi Bonino Pulejo • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Music may unlock better movement for Parkinson's patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding personalized music therapy to standard physical therapy can improve walking and balance in people with Parkinson's disease. About 50 participants will receive either physical therapy alone or physical therapy plus rhythmic music cues for 8 weeks. T…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rumesa Butt • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Laser pointer exercises aim to steady Parkinson's patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding visual feedback exercises—using a laser pointer—to standard physical therapy can improve balance and mobility in people with Parkinson's disease. 32 participants will be randomly assigned to either standard exercises alone or standard exercises plu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hasan Kalyoncu University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Could a daily brain zap ease Parkinson's tremors from home?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a non-invasive device called Sphere V3.0 that delivers gentle electrical pulses to the scalp to improve movement problems in Parkinson's disease. Thirty adults with Parkinson's will use the device at home for 13 minutes each weekday for 3 weeks, then be monitored…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: U: The Mind Company • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Could tweaking a common Parkinson's drug prevent fainting spells?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether changing the ratio of carbidopa to levodopa in standard Parkinson's medication can reduce orthostatic hypotension—a sudden drop in blood pressure when standing that causes dizziness and fainting. Researchers will give 36 patients with Parkinson's disea…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Julien Bally • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Smarter brain stimulation could give Parkinson's patients more good hours each day
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study compares two ways of delivering deep brain stimulation (DBS) to people with Parkinson's disease: adaptive DBS, which adjusts stimulation in real time based on brain signals, and continuous DBS, which delivers constant stimulation. About 130 adults who already have a DB…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Academisch Medisch Centrum - Universiteit van Amsterdam (AMC-UvA) • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Could an allergy pill ease Parkinson's? new trial launches
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether fexofenadine, a common allergy medication, can improve quality of life for people with Parkinson's disease who are already on standard treatment. Researchers will enroll 46 adults aged 50 and older with mild to moderate Parkinson's. The main goal is …
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Warm belly pads may ease nighttime blood pressure spike in rare nerve disorder
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether applying gentle heat to the abdomen overnight can safely lower high blood pressure that occurs when lying down in people with autonomic failure. About 20 adults with conditions like Parkinson's or Multiple System Atrophy who have this nighttime hypertensi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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New wearable tech aims to ease swallowing troubles for stroke and Parkinson's patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a wearable sensor that tracks neck muscle activity during swallowing exercises, providing real-time feedback to patients. Researchers want to see if adding this device to standard therapy improves swallowing more than therapy alone. The study includes 120 adults …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Purdue University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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New online therapy aims to ease emotional toll of early Parkinson's
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests an 8-week online group therapy program for people diagnosed with Parkinson's disease before age 65. The therapy, called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), helps participants cope with difficult thoughts and feelings related to their condition. Researchers w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Coimbra • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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New app aims to help Parkinson's patients tackle hidden symptoms
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a digital system called NMS Assist that helps people with Parkinson's and their care partners track non-motor symptoms like pain, sleep problems, and mood changes. 30 participants will use the system for 6 months, and researchers will see if it's easy to use and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Newcastle University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Can zapping the brain help Parkinson's patients walk again?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a personalized brain stimulation method called rTMS, combined with walking exercises, can help people with Parkinson's disease who experience freezing of gait—a feeling of being stuck when trying to walk. Up to 15 adults aged 50-80 will receive 6 treatmen…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Smart bike could help Parkinson's patients exercise from home
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a smart exercise bike that adjusts its resistance based on how well a person performs, aiming to improve movement and thinking in people with Parkinson's disease. The bike is used at home and monitored remotely, so patients don't need to travel to a clinic. Resea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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New tool aims to give Parkinson's patients a stronger voice in the Doctor's office
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a tool called PARKINSUN that helps people with Parkinson's disease communicate better with their doctors during visits. 120 participants will be split into two groups: one uses PARKINSUN during appointments, the other does not. The goal is to see if the tool impr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Lille • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Can a zapping headband help people with rare brain diseases walk better?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS, applied while people walk, can improve motor skills like gait, speech, and eye movements. Twenty adults with progressive supranuclear palsy, corticobasal degeneration, or Parkinson's disease will rec…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baycrest • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Think it, do it: mental rehearsal may boost hand control in Parkinson's
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study explores whether mentally practicing a hand dexterity test can immediately improve actual performance in people with Parkinson's disease. Thirty participants will time themselves both physically and mentally performing the Nine-Hole Peg Test. The goal is to see if moto…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kahramanmaras Sutcu Imam University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Can a smart sleeve steady Parkinson's steps?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis early study tests whether a leg sleeve called the Cionic Neural Sleeve is safe and easy for people with Parkinson's to use at home. Ten volunteers with walking problems will try the device, which uses mild electrical pulses to help muscles move. The main goal is to see if pe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cionic, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Can tuning brain stimulation at night help Parkinson's patients sleep better?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether changing the strength of deep brain stimulation (DBS) during sleep can help people with Parkinson's disease sleep better. Ten participants will try three different nighttime DBS settings (off, half strength, and full strength) for two weeks each. The…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Cleveland Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Walking meditation trial aims to strengthen resilience in neurodegenerative disease patients
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a walking meditation program called iWalk for adults with neurodegenerative diseases like multiple sclerosis. The goal is to see if it's feasible and helps improve resilience, stress regulation, and thinking skills. Researchers will enroll 90 participants and mea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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New wearable device aims to restore natural walking in Parkinson's
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a wearable device that provides gentle vibrations timed to each step, aiming to make walking more automatic for people with Parkinson's disease. Sixty participants will be randomly assigned to receive either personalized step-synchronized cues or fixed-interval c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Oregon Health and Science University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Smart brain implant aims to help Parkinson's patients walk better
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a new type of deep brain stimulation that adapts in real time to brain activity can safely improve walking and balance problems in people with Parkinson's disease. Ten participants who already have a compatible brain implant will be enrolled. The goal is …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jocelyne Bloch • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Light therapy shows promise for Parkinson's symptoms
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests if whole-body light therapy (photobiomodulation) can safely improve movement and thinking in people with Parkinson's disease. Fifteen adults with mild to moderate Parkinson's will receive about 30 sessions over 10 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in motor …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Pusan National University Yangsan Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Which anesthesia is better for Parkinson's battery surgery?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study looks at two types of anesthesia for replacing the battery of a deep brain stimulator in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers want to see which method—general anesthesia or regional anesthesia with sedation—provides better pain control and patient satisfaction …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ankara Etlik City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Mind over movement: new therapy may help Parkinson's patients regain balance
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding action observation (watching movements) and motor imagery (imagining movements) to standard physical therapy can improve balance, daily function, and quality of life for people with Parkinson's disease. About 54 participants with mild to moderate P…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Karamanoğlu Mehmetbey University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Could a common painkiller slow Parkinson's?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether celecoxib, an anti-inflammatory drug, can help people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers believe brain inflammation plays a role in Parkinson's, and celecoxib may reduce that inflammation. The trial will include 80 adults with Parkinson's and measure c…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Mediterranean diet may tame weight gain after Parkinson's brain surgery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether following a Mediterranean diet for three months after deep brain stimulation surgery helps Parkinson's patients control weight gain and improve body composition. Researchers will compare a diet group to a usual-diet group using weight, appetite, and quali…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ankara University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Zap to walk: brain and spine stimulation may boost Parkinson's rehab
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding gentle electrical stimulation to the brain and spine can improve walking and balance training for people with Parkinson's disease who have trouble with gait. About 71 participants (51 with Parkinson's and 20 healthy controls) will take part. The Pa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Parkinson's patients try poetry and mindfulness to boost Well-Being
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study explores whether a 6-week training program in empathy and self-compassion can improve the quality of life for people with Parkinson's disease and their caregivers. Participants will practice mindfulness, writing, and poetry exercises, and fill out questionnaires before…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alain Kaelin • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Brain zaps for better sleep? small trial tests DBS for Parkinson's insomnia
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether turning on an extra deep brain stimulation (DBS) electrode in a brain region called the globus pallidus externa (GPe) can help people with Parkinson's disease who have severe insomnia. Ten participants aged 40-80 will report changes in their sleep quality…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Can a phone app boost breathing muscle training in Parkinson's?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether real-time visual feedback from the SpiroGym app helps people with Parkinson's disease perform breathing muscle exercises more effectively. Thirty participants will do the exercises with and without the app's feedback, and researchers will measure muscle a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: General University Hospital, Prague • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New brain stimulation method could ease Parkinson's symptoms
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a newer 'directional' brain stimulation method works better than the standard 'ring' method for people with Parkinson's disease. Ten participants who already have deep brain stimulation electrodes implanted will try both modes. The goal is to see which on…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Could a vibrating wristband quiet your shaky hands?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing a wristband that delivers gentle, personalized vibrations to the wrist to help reduce hand tremors in people with essential tremor or Parkinson's disease. About 80 participants will use the device at home over several weeks. The goal is to see if the device …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Encora, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Robot legs could help Parkinson's patients stay on their feet
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a lightweight leg exoskeleton called Keeogo is safe and helpful for improving walking and preventing falls in people with Parkinson's disease. Thirty veterans with mild to advanced Parkinson's will wear the device during supervised walking sessions t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Can a phone app calm anxiety in movement disorders?
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing a smartphone app called MindTrails-Movement to see if it can help reduce anxiety in people with Huntington's or Parkinson's disease. The app uses a technique called cognitive bias modification for interpretation (CBM-I) to train users to think less negativel…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Virginia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Spinal zap may help Parkinson's patients stuck in place
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a temporary spinal cord stimulator can help people with advanced Parkinson's disease who experience freezing of gait—a sudden inability to move their feet—that doesn't respond to medication. Five participants will receive the device, which delivers mild e…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Brain zaps may help Parkinson's patients stay steady on their feet
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether high-frequency repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) can improve balance in people with Parkinson's disease. Forty participants with mild to moderate Parkinson's will receive 12 sessions over four weeks. Researchers will measure changes in s…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Brain zaps aim to unfreeze gait in new trial
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a type of brain stimulation called theta-burst transcranial magnetic stimulation (TBS) can help people who experience freezing of gait—a sudden inability to start or continue walking. Forty participants will receive TBS while researchers measure how quick…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Anhui Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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New device targets apathy in Parkinson's: a simple stimulation might boost motivation
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a non-invasive device that stimulates the vagus nerve in the ear, timed with breathing, to see if it can reduce apathy (lack of motivation) in people with Parkinson's disease. 60 participants will receive either the real stimulation or a sham (fake) version for 2…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Anhui Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Parkinson's pump study tracks Real-Life symptom control
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study follows 120 people with Parkinson's disease who are using a continuous apomorphine infusion pump (ONAPGO™) to see how it works in real-world settings. Researchers will track how long it takes to find the right dose, any changes to other Parkinson's medications, and how…
Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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New study tests group program to fight fatigue in Parkinson's
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a 6-week group program led by an occupational therapist can help people with Parkinson's disease feel more confident in managing their energy and fatigue. About 80 participants will be randomly assigned to either the group program or receive standard info…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universita degli Studi di Genova • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Brain zapping study seeks to unravel why Parkinson's patients lose balance
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) to examine how nerve pathways from the brain to the legs and trunk are affected in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will measure brain activity and link it to wal…
Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Can a Thigh-Worn sensor outsmart dizziness questionnaires?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study explores whether a small accelerometer worn on the thigh can objectively measure how well treatments work for neurogenic orthostatic hypotension—a condition causing dizziness and fainting upon standing. Participants wear the device for one week on placebo and one week …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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New brain scans aim to spot inflammation in Alzheimer's and Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses special PET scans to measure inflammation in the brains of people with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, ALS, and other neurodegenerative diseases. Researchers will compare these scans to those from healthy volunteers to see if inflammation levels differ. The goal is to d…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 23:00 UTC
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Massive study aims to unlock secrets of movement disorders
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis natural history study is collecting information from up to 4,000 people with movement disorders (like Parkinson's disease or tremor) and their family members. Participants undergo exams, blood tests, and imaging, but receive no new treatments. The goal is to gather data that…
Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Lung cancer umbrella study aims to match treatments to tumor type
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis large study is testing many different drug combinations, including the immunotherapy pembrolizumab, in people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer. The goal is to see which treatments work best based on specific tumor features like PD-L1 levels and histology. Over 1,000 …
Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Massive data collection launched for brain surgery patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is gathering medical information and samples from up to 5,000 people with neurosurgical conditions like brain tumors, epilepsy, and Parkinson's disease. Participants receive standard care while their data is collected for future research. No new treatments are being te…
Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Major study launches to unravel Parkinson's mysteries in patients with persistent movement problems
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 300 people with Parkinson's disease who still have movement symptoms despite taking standard medications. Researchers will collect data over up to 5 years through questionnaires, diaries, medical records, blood samples, and a digital device. The goal is to bett…
Sponsor: Bayer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Parkinson's research gets a boost: 4,500 volunteers help map disease progression
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study, led by the Michael J. Fox Foundation, aims to understand how Parkinson's disease progresses over time. It will follow 4,500 people, including those with Parkinson's, those at risk, and healthy volunteers, collecting clinical, imaging, and genetic data. T…
Sponsor: Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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New study tracks rare brain disease in china to unlock its secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 214 people in China with multiple system atrophy, a rare and fast-worsening brain disease that affects movement and automatic body functions. Researchers will track symptoms over time to learn how the disease progresses and what factors influence it. The goal i…
Sponsor: Peking University First Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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5,000 patient records to reveal Real-World impact of brain stimulation
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study reviews the medical records of up to 5,000 people who have received deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, or dystonia. Researchers want to see how well DBS improves symptoms over time in real-world settings. No new treatments are given…
Sponsor: Boston Scientific Corporation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Inside the brain: scientists probe reward signals in Parkinson's patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about the brain activity behind risk-taking and reward-seeking behaviors in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will record brain signals during deep brain stimulation surgery while participants play a gambling task. The goal is to understan…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Scientists probe brain activity during surgery to unlock Parkinson's cognitive mysteries
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about the brain activity behind cognitive impairment in Parkinson's disease. Researchers will record brain signals from 75 people during deep brain stimulation surgery while they perform a gambling task. The goal is to understand how certain brain ar…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Scientists track rare brain diseases to uncover early warning signs
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 800 adults with synucleinopathies—diseases like Parkinson's, Lewy body dementia, and multiple system atrophy—to learn how they develop and change over time. Researchers will track symptoms, biological markers, and early signs like dizziness on standing or dream…
Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New nursing model aims to strengthen patient-nurse teamwork for chronic illness
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether a special nursing care model helps people with long-term health conditions like diabetes, heart disease, or Parkinson's work better with their advanced practice nurse. About 420 adults will take part. The goal is to see if this approach improves how pa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Saint Etienne • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Heat therapy for tremors: new study tracks Real-World results
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting information from 200 people with Parkinson's disease, dystonia, essential tremor, or other movement disorders who are scheduled to receive radiofrequency (RF) ablation—a procedure that uses heat to target small areas in the brain. The goal is to see how p…
Sponsor: Boston Scientific Corporation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Small study probes brain chemical differences in genetic Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how a specific gene change (LRRK2 mutation) affects brain chemicals in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will compare 15 participants with the mutation to others without it using brain scans, thinking tests, and movement tests. The goal is to better…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Parkinson's sleep study: does turning brain stimulation off at night help?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how deep brain stimulation (DBS) affects sleep in people with Parkinson's disease. Twenty participants who already have a DBS implant will spend two nights in a sleep lab—one night with the device on and one night with it off. Researchers will measure sleep qu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Brain zap study reveals hidden motivation switches in Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how deep brain stimulation (DBS) changes motivation and decision-making in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will have 70 participants play a tablet game that measures risky vs. safe choices while their brain activity is recorded. The goal is to und…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New imaging agent tested in healthy people
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new radioactive tracer called [18F]MODAG-009 in 6 healthy adults. The goal is to see how the tracer moves through the body and how much radiation exposure it causes. Participants get one injection and then a full-body PET scan. This is an early-phase study…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: MODAG GmbH • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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New brain scan could spot Parkinson's early
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses a special PET scan tracer called [18F]DPA-714 to measure brain inflammation in people with early or suspected Parkinson's disease and in healthy volunteers. Researchers will scan participants at the start, after 12 months, and after 24 months to see how inflammati…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Brain scans reveal how DBS impacts Parkinson's symptoms
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses MRI scans to see how deep brain stimulation (DBS) changes brain activity in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will compare brain images when the stimulator is on versus off, focusing on the leg area of the brain. The goal is to understand why DBS someti…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can brain scans predict memory loss after Parkinson's surgery?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks for brain scan markers that might predict thinking and memory changes after Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will use MRI scans before surgery and cognitive tests after surgery in 55 Parkinson's patients, plus compare t…
Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Gut check: could your intestines hold clues to Parkinson's and MS?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at immune cells in the gut to understand how they might be linked to multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, and REM sleep behavior disorder. Researchers will collect colon tissue samples from 100 adults during colonoscopy. The goal is to map these cells and the…
Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Your voice may reveal Parkinson's ups and downs
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether computer analysis of speech can reliably detect motor, emotional, and cognitive changes in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will record speech from 80 patients while they are on and off medication or deep brain stimulation. The goal is to find…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Insel Gruppe AG, University Hospital Bern • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Could a colonoscopy spot Parkinson's early? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study explores whether the gut's nervous system can reveal early signs of Parkinson's disease. Researchers will analyze gut tissue and microbiome samples from 60 people aged 45-75 during routine colonoscopies. The goal is to find biomarkers that reflect brain changes, not to…
Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Brazil launches massive Parkinson's database to unlock disease secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is creating a large, open-access database of clinical, motor, and non-motor information from nearly 1,000 people with Parkinson's disease and healthy controls in Brazil. Researchers will collect data through questionnaires, movement tests, and clinical scales. The goal…
Sponsor: Federal University of Uberlandia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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450 Parkinson's patients tracked to unlock secrets of staying active
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 450 people with Parkinson's disease for four years to learn why some become less active and what helps them stay active. Participants wear activity monitors and complete tests and questionnaires. The goal is to identify early warning signs of declining activity…
Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Scientists probe brain waves to smarter Parkinson's treatment
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how certain brain signals (called beta waves) affect movement in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will work with 25 patients already scheduled for deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery. By using special stimulation and medication, they hope to learn…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: David Escobar • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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AI wearable could spot Parkinson's freezing episodes at home
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests an artificial intelligence algorithm that uses wearable sensors to detect freezing of gait—a sudden inability to walk—in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers want to see if the AI works accurately in home environments, not just in the lab. About 126 parti…
Sponsor: KU Leuven • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Brain scans probe Serotonin's role in Parkinson's pain
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand why some people with Parkinson's disease experience central pain. Researchers will use brain scans (PET and MRI) to examine the serotonin system in 34 participants. The goal is to see how serotonin relates to pain, not to test a new treatment.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New DBS settings aim to improve walking in Parkinson's patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares two different deep brain stimulation (DBS) settings in 30 people with Parkinson's disease who already have DBS implants. The goal is to see which setting better improves walking and balance problems. Participants will try both settings, and their symptoms will…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Hip strength may hold key to preventing falls in aging and Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how well people can control their hip muscles and whether that affects their balance and walking. Researchers will compare healthy young, middle-aged, and older adults, as well as people with Parkinson's disease. The goal is to understand why falls happen more…
Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Brain scans aim to unlock dementia secrets in Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses brain imaging (PET scans) and memory tests to understand why some people with Parkinson's disease develop dementia. Researchers will follow 320 participants over several years, using scans to look for abnormal proteins and track thinking changes. The goal is to id…
Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Brain implant study reveals how Parkinson's changes social cues
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how deep brain stimulation (DBS) changes attention and the way people with Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, or dystonia perceive emotions in others' faces. Researchers will track eye movements and ask participants to rate facial expressions before, durin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Nebraska • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Brain scans reveal inflammation clues in Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses a special PET scan tracer called DPA-714 to measure brain inflammation in people with Parkinson's disease compared to healthy volunteers. Researchers want to see if Parkinson's patients have higher levels of inflammation and how that relates to their symptoms. The…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Could low blood pressure be a hidden cause of thinking problems in Parkinson's?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how blood pressure changes when standing affect thinking and brain blood flow in people with Parkinson's disease. About 60 participants, with and without orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure on standing), will take thinking tests while lying down and st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Diego • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Cough medicine repurposed: ambroxol registry launches for rare brain diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study creates a registry to collect real-world information on the safety and effectiveness of ambroxol, a common cough medicine, when used at higher doses for Gaucher disease or GBA-related Parkinson disease. Researchers aim to gather data from 300 patients worldwide who are…
Sponsor: Shaare Zedek Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Scientists launch 5-Year study to unravel Parkinson's mysteries
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 640 participants—including people with Parkinsonism, those with REM sleep behavior disorder, and healthy volunteers—for 5 years. Researchers will use brain scans, movement tests, voice analysis, and other tools to track how the disease progresses and improve di…
Sponsor: Ruijin Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Parkinson's puzzle: does it start in the brain or the body?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 150 people with early-stage Parkinson's disease to see if the condition starts in the brain or the body first. Researchers will track symptoms like walking problems and thinking changes over 5 years using tests, scans, and questionnaires. The goal is to better …
Sponsor: Azienda USL Reggio Emilia - IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can rehab ease pain in Parkinson's? new study seeks answers
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study observes 280 people with Parkinson's disease or multiple system atrophy to understand how pain and automatic body functions (like blood pressure and digestion) affect their lives. Participants will undergo standard rehabilitation and be assessed with questionnaires. Th…
Sponsor: Istituti Clinici Scientifici Maugeri SpA • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Lying down vs. sitting up: does position matter for bladder tests in MS and Parkinson's?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether the position a person is in during a urodynamic exam (a test that measures bladder function) affects the diagnosis of an overactive bladder in people with multiple sclerosis or Parkinson's disease. Researchers will compare results from tests done while…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Sleep study could unlock secrets of Parkinson's progression
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 650 people with early Parkinson's disease or a sleep condition called idiopathic REM sleep behavior disorder (iRBD). Researchers use brain scans, heart tests, and fluid samples to track changes over time. The goal is to better understand how these conditions de…
Sponsor: Skane University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Can dance reveal new insights into Parkinson's?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to develop new ways to measure how much energy people with Parkinson's use during dance classes. Researchers will use cameras, wearable activity monitors, and questionnaires to track movement and intensity. The goal is to better understand the relationship between…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northeastern University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Scientists hunt for Parkinson's clues in newly found brain network
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses advanced MRI scans to look at a newly discovered brain network, called SCAN, in people with Parkinson's disease and healthy volunteers. Researchers want to see if this network is linked to the movement problems in Parkinson's. The goal is to find a specific brain …
Sponsor: Washington University School of Medicine • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Brain mapping study could make Parkinson's treatment smarter
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how different brain circuits affect movement and thinking in people with Parkinson's disease who already have a deep brain stimulation (DBS) device. Researchers will measure brain activity patterns during rest and movement, and link them to motor and…
Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Massive brain study aims to catch dementia early
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows nearly 3,000 people, including healthy adults and those with memory or movement problems, to learn how brain diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's develop. Researchers use advanced brain scans and tests to track changes over time. The goal is to improve ear…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Skane University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Super-Detailed brain scans could reveal early signs of Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and ALS
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses a new ultra-high-resolution PET scanner to take detailed pictures of the brain and spinal cord in 300 healthy volunteers and people with conditions like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, ALS, and psychotic disorders. The goal is to understand how small brain regions chang…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Massive study aims to predict brain surgery success
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is gathering information from 4500 people who have or will have brain surgery for conditions like aneurysms, tumors, epilepsy, and Parkinson's disease. The goal is to find patterns that help doctors predict how well someone will recover. By standardizing how outcomes a…
Sponsor: Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Istituto Neurologico Carlo Besta • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Sniffing out Parkinson's: new study uses nose, blood, and urine to catch disease early
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find early markers of Parkinson's disease, multiple system atrophy, and Lewy body dementia by analyzing samples from the nose, blood, and urine. Researchers will compare results from 180 people with these conditions and healthy volunteers. The goal is to improv…
Sponsor: Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Istituto Neurologico Carlo Besta • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Parkinson's gene hunt: 230 patients join national biobank
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is creating a national biobank of blood samples and health data from 230 people with Parkinson's disease or a related sleep disorder (REM sleep behavior disorder). Researchers will analyze the complete DNA of each participant to find rare genetic changes that may cause…
Sponsor: IRCCS San Raffaele • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Brain zap study reveals how DBS shapes impulse control in Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how deep brain stimulation (DBS) affects the ability to stop actions in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will measure brain waves and behavior during impulse control tasks before, during, and after DBS surgery. The goal is to understand how stimula…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Emory University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Parkinson's Patients' lungs and fitness under the microscope
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how Parkinson's disease impacts breathing, muscle strength, and physical fitness. Researchers will compare 100 people aged 50-80 with Parkinson's to healthy volunteers. Participants will do breathing tests, fitness assessments, and disease severity evaluations…
Sponsor: Ankara University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Scientists peek inside the brain to see how speech works in Parkinson's and tremor patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about how the brain controls speech in people with Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, or dystonia. Researchers will record brain activity during speech tasks while participants undergo deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery. The study does not test…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Scientists probe Brain-Walking link in Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how thinking skills and brain activity relate to walking in people with Parkinson's disease and healthy older adults. Researchers will measure walking patterns, brain waves, and mental tests in 70 participants. The goal is to better understand why walking beco…
Sponsor: National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Brain wave test may Fine-Tune Parkinson's stimulation
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether recording brain signals (called local field potentials) can help doctors pick the best deep brain stimulation (DBS) contacts for people with Parkinson's disease. About 40 participants will have these recordings done during routine care. The goal is to …
Sponsor: Loes Laurijssen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Scientists probe brain and balance to unlock Parkinson's freezing mystery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study investigates why people with Parkinson's disease sometimes freeze while walking or turning. Researchers will use gentle electrical stimulation to the balance system and brain wave recordings to understand the signals involved. The goal is to find biological markers tha…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Scientists peer into the brain to uncover secrets of movement disorders
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at brain activity in people with Parkinson's disease or essential tremor who are already scheduled for deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery. Researchers want to understand how the brain handles both movement problems and non-motor issues like memory loss or depre…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Massive global study aims to crack the code of rare childhood brain disorders
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects information from 500 children worldwide who have both epilepsy and movement disorders caused by specific gene changes. Researchers will analyze medical records to find patterns linking symptoms to genetics. The goal is to create a shared database that helps do…
Sponsor: Boston Children's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Scientists investigate Muscle-Brain connection in aging and brain disorders
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how changes in muscles and the brain are linked in aging and diseases like ALS, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's. Researchers will compare healthy older adults with those who have these conditions to find early signs of disease. The goal is to better understand ri…
Sponsor: Istituti Clinici Scientifici Maugeri SpA • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Scientists peek inside brain during Parkinson's surgery to unlock movement secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study watches brain activity in 25 Parkinson's patients during their planned DBS surgery. Researchers place a thin sensor strip on the brain's surface to record signals while stimulating deep brain areas. The goal is to understand how movement-related brain pathways work, wh…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New brain scan may predict Parkinson's years before symptoms start
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses a special PET scan with a radioactive tracer called [18F]F-DOPA to measure dopamine production in the brains of people with autonomic failure (problems with automatic body functions like blood pressure). The goal is to see if changes in dopamine levels can predict…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Daniel Claassen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Scientists decode brain activity in Parkinson's and tremor patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study records brain activity from people with movement disorders like Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, and dystonia. Researchers use scalp electrodes or existing deep brain stimulators to measure electrical signals. The goal is to find patterns linked to symptoms, whic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New study aims to catch Parkinson's and Alzheimer's earlier
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is looking for new, less invasive ways to diagnose and track Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, and type 2 diabetes. Researchers will study 500 participants using blood tests, brain scans, and genetic analysis to find early signs of these conditions. The goal is…
Sponsor: Neuromed IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Brain zap study reveals secrets of speech learning
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how two brain areas—the subthalamic nucleus and the ventral intermediate nucleus of the thalamus—help us learn and produce speech. Researchers will temporarily turn deep brain stimulation (DBS) on or off in 80 people with Parkinson's disease or essential tremo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Boston University Charles River Campus • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Brain scan study seeks root of depression in Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find the brain areas responsible for depression in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will use brain scans to compare 120 participants aged 40-80 who have both conditions. The goal is to identify targets for future treatments, not to test a new therap…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Yale University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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700-Patient study aims to unravel the mystery of freezing gait
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is gathering information from 700 people with Parkinson's disease or similar conditions who experience freezing of gait—a sudden inability to move their feet while walking. Researchers will track symptoms, walking patterns, and falls over three years using questionnair…
Sponsor: Tianjin Huanhu Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New study aims to unlock mystery of 'Brain Fog' in lewy body dementia
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at why people with Lewy body dementia have sudden changes in attention and thinking, called cognitive fluctuations. Researchers will use skin biopsies, brain scans, and EEG monitoring in 120 participants to link these symptoms to damage in a key brain chemical sy…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Virginia Commonwealth University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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700-Patient study aims to unlock early clues to Parkinson's and MSA
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is following 700 people with Parkinson's disease or multiple system atrophy in Shanghai. Researchers will collect medical history, brain scans, blood samples, and other data every six months. The goal is to find early signs of these diseases and better predict how they…
Sponsor: Ruijin Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Parkinson's sleep secrets revealed in new study
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at sleep problems in people with Parkinson's disease and those with a sleep disorder called REM sleep behavior disorder (iRBD). Researchers will compare sleep quality among these groups and healthy volunteers using overnight sleep tests. The goal is to better und…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Could a 20-Minute brain ZAP boost language in memory loss?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called temporal interference stimulation (TIS) can temporarily improve language processing in people with mild cognitive impairment due to Parkinson's disease, Lewy body disease, or amnestic MCI. Seventy particip…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Masaryk University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Brain implant study aims to unlock secrets of Parkinson's gait problems
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how deep brain stimulation (DBS) affects walking and other movements that don't improve with standard Parkinson's medication. About 36 adults with Parkinson's who already have a Medtronic Percept DBS implant will wear sensors and use a smartphone app to track …
Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Brain pacemaker study aims to unlock sleep secrets in Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how deep brain stimulation (DBS) — a device already used to control movement in Parkinson's disease — affects sleep. Researchers will monitor brain activity and sleep quality in 64 adults with Parkinson's who have or will get DBS implants. The goal is to under…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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New bone scanners could predict fractures better than current methods
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses two special scanners (HR-pQCT and pQCT) to take detailed pictures of bone and muscle in 1,000 people with conditions that raise the risk of bone loss, like osteoporosis, arthritis, or kidney disease. The goal is to see if these scanners can spot tiny changes in bo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Saint Etienne • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Brain study aims to unlock mystery of sudden freezing in Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at why some people with Parkinson's disease suddenly feel like their feet are glued to the floor, known as freezing of gait. Researchers will use special brain recordings from already-implanted devices to compare brain activity in people with and without this sym…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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New study aims to uncover Parkinson's genetic secrets in black communities
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowBLAAC PD is a research study that aims to understand what Parkinson's disease looks like for Black and African American communities. Researchers will collect genetic and health information from 2,000 participants across the U.S. to explore risk factors and genetic causes of Parki…
Sponsor: Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Wearable sensors could revolutionize how doctors assess stair climbing
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether wearable sensors can accurately measure how people climb stairs. Researchers will compare sensor data to traditional stopwatch timing in healthy volunteers and people with conditions like cerebral palsy, Parkinson's disease, and stroke. The goal is t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: IRCCS Eugenio Medea • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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High-Power MRI reveals hidden brain changes in Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses a powerful 7-Tesla MRI scanner to measure brain chemicals in people newly diagnosed with Parkinson's disease who have not yet started medication, and compares them to healthy volunteers. The goal is to better understand how brain metabolism changes early in the di…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Parkinson's rehab: could a VR treadmill reshape your gut health?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how different types of treadmill training affect the gut bacteria and symptoms of people with Parkinson's disease. Sixty participants will be split into three groups: one doing standard physiotherapy, one using a C-Mill treadmill, and one using the C-Mill with…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: IRCCS Centro Neurolesi Bonino Pulejo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Can a blood test predict who benefits from brain surgery for Parkinson's?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is looking for clues in the blood that might tell doctors ahead of time whether deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery will work well for a person with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will collect blood and leftover brain tissue from 30 people who are already scheduled …
Sponsor: Hong Kong University of Science and Technology • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Parkinson's puzzle: study links walking, balance, and sleep
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how balance problems, walking difficulties, physical activity, and sleep quality are related in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will compare 34 Parkinson's patients to healthy adults of similar age to see which issues are due to Parkinson's and wh…
Sponsor: Biruni University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Ear stimulation may sharpen thinking in Parkinson's and healthy adults
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a mild electrical pulse to the ear—called transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation—can improve decision-making and problem-solving. Researchers will compare results in healthy adults, people with mild cognitive impairment, and those with Parkinson…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Can sound waves tame the brain? new study explores ultrasound for Parkinson's and more
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFUS) can safely change brain activity in people with conditions like Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, epilepsy, or substance abuse. Researchers will use brain recordings and movement tests to see if the ultra…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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New study aims to objectively measure internal tremors in Parkinson's patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses small motion sensors to detect internal tremors—a common but hard-to-measure symptom—in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will compare 60 participants (30 with Parkinson's and 30 healthy volunteers) to see if a specific 4-6 Hz rhythm can be identified. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Gut bacteria gene may hold key to Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is looking at a gene called csgA found in gut bacteria of people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers want to see how common this gene is and how it changes over time. The goal is to learn more about the link between gut health and Parkinson's, which could help develo…
Sponsor: Vertero Therapeutics • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Parkinson's speech study seeks to unlock better communication
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how people with Parkinson's disease learn to understand speech and how that relates to their own speaking ability. Researchers will have 50 participants with Parkinson's do listening and speaking tasks to measure speech perception and production. The goal is t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: State University of New York at Buffalo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Brain's 'Optimism' and 'Pessimism' signals mapped in Parkinson's study
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the brain processes optimistic and pessimistic signals related to dopamine, a chemical that helps control movement and mood. Researchers will compare 70 people with Parkinson's disease and 70 healthy volunteers using brain scans while they play a reward-ba…
Sponsor: Danish Research Centre for Magnetic Resonance • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Scientists map brain activity to decode Parkinson's mood swings
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at brain activity in 30 people with Parkinson's disease who have deep brain stimulation (DBS) implants. Researchers want to understand the brain signals behind motor and mood changes that happen when medication wears off. By recording brain waves and stimulation …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Geneva • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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New italian tool to measure gut issues in Parkinson's patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study translates a questionnaire about stomach and bowel problems (GIDS-PD) into Italian for people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will test the translated version with 190 Italian-speaking patients to make sure it works correctly. The goal is to give doctors a reliab…
Sponsor: Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Istituto Neurologico Carlo Besta • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Can smart socks predict falls in Parkinson's patients?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether special smart socks (DANU) can accurately measure walking and balance in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will compare the socks' readings to standard lab equipment. The goal is to see if these socks can help predict falls. The study invo…
Sponsor: Northumbria University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Parkinson's study seeks to uncover hidden social struggles
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how Parkinson's disease changes social behavior and quality of life. Researchers will compare 500 adults with Parkinson's to healthy adults of the same age. Participants will answer questions about their daily activities, mood, memory, and social interactions.…
Sponsor: Gregory Wallace • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Smart socks track Parkinson's gait in new study
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study tests whether DANU Smart Socks can accurately measure walking and balance in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will compare data from 60 participants (30 with Parkinson's and 30 healthy older adults) during a single lab visit. The goal is to se…
Sponsor: Northumbria University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Your eyes could reveal Alzheimer's: new study uses retinal imaging to spot brain disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses non-invasive eye scans (OCT and OCTA) to look for changes in the retina that might be linked to brain diseases like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and multiple sclerosis. Researchers aim to find early markers that could help diagnose or track these conditions. The stud…
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Scientists test new way to see protein clumps in brain diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a new PET scan tracer to measure levels of a protein called Hsp90 in the brain. Hsp90 helps proteins fold correctly, and problems with this process are linked to Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and ALS. Researchers will scan 48 healthy volunteers and patients to see if…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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AI reads brain scans to spot Parkinson's early
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether artificial intelligence (AI) can analyze brain scans to help diagnose Parkinson's disease and related conditions like multiple system atrophy. Researchers will also see if the scans can predict how fast the disease will progress. The study involves 9…
Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Brain study aims to Fine-Tune Parkinson's treatment
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how deep brain stimulation (DBS) affects brain activity in 30 people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will measure brain signals during movement and thinking tasks, with and without DBS or medication. The goal is to understand how different brain areas wo…
Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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Scientists map brain stimulation spots to ease Parkinson's symptoms
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the exact placement of deep brain stimulation (DBS) electrodes in the brain affects movement problems in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will study 24 participants who already have DBS implants to see which stimulation locations improve sympto…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:14 UTC
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Massive brain disease database aims to unlock secrets of Alzheimer's and ALS
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects information and samples from 1,000 people with or at risk for brain diseases like Alzheimer's, ALS, and frontotemporal degeneration. Researchers will track changes in thinking, language, and brain scans over time. The goal is to build a resource for future stu…
Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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New study aims to catch hidden brain diseases during driver Check-Ups
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is looking for simple ways to detect early signs of multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's disease in people who drive. Researchers will test 200 drivers with these conditions using computer-based attention and reaction tests. The goal is to find quick, easy tests that cou…
Sponsor: University Hospital Olomouc • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Massive canadian study tracks 1,500 brains to unlock dementia secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 1,573 adults aged 50 to 90 across Canada, including people with different types of dementia and those with healthy memory. Researchers will use memory tests, brain scans, and blood samples to track how thinking and memory change over time. The goal is to better…
Sponsor: McGill University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Brain zaps may unlock walking secrets in Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how a brain area called the Posterior Parietal Cortex helps people with Parkinson's disease transfer walking skills from a treadmill to the ground. Researchers will use mild brain stimulation (rTMS) in 24 participants to see if it improves stride length and ot…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: McGill University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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DNA hunt for rare brain disease genes begins
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects DNA from up to 1,000 adults with progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), corticobasal syndrome (CBS), multiple system atrophy (MSA), or related conditions, plus their family members. Researchers will sequence participants' whole genomes to find genetic variants …
Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Brain study aims to unlock secrets of sensory processing in Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how the brain handles sensory information in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will measure brain activity and arm movements in 30 participants during deep brain stimulation surgery. The goal is to understand the brain's role in movement problems, w…
Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Blood and spinal fluid samples could unlock better tests for rare neurological diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study collects blood and optional spinal fluid samples from 350 people with Parkinson's, ALS, glioblastoma, certain cancers, or rheumatoid arthritis. The goal is to find new genetic markers that could lead to better diagnostic tests for autoimmune encephalitis and paraneopla…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Brain wave study aims to speed up Parkinson's treatment tuning
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether combining patient ratings with brain signal recordings can make deep brain stimulation (DBS) programming faster and more personalized for people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will measure brain activity from implanted electrodes and compare it …
Sponsor: Ludwig-Maximilians - University of Munich • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Gut bacteria linked to brain changes in Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and MS
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study looks at how gut bacteria relate to brain structure and function in healthy aging and in people with early Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, or multiple sclerosis. Researchers will use brain scans, stool samples, blood tests, and cognitive assessments in 200 part…
Sponsor: IRCCS San Camillo, Venezia, Italy • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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New brain scan method aims to spot Alzheimer's and Parkinson's early
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a new, low-cost type of brain scan can find early signs of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease. Researchers will compare brain scans from 120 people, including those at risk for Alzheimer's, those with Parkinson's, and healthy volunteers. The goal is…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rennes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Parkinson's tremor returns: scientists investigate why
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 20 people with Parkinson's disease who receive a brain treatment called focused ultrasound to stop tremors. Researchers want to understand why some patients' tremors return within two years. Participants will have brain scans and regular check-ups to find clues…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Aarhus University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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New brain scan study aims to sharpen diagnosis of Parkinson's and dementia
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether new brain imaging techniques can better diagnose diseases like Parkinson's, multiple system atrophy, and frontotemporal dementia. Researchers will use MRI scans and neurological exams in about 94 adults aged 40-85. The goal is to improve how doctors …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Brain zap tweak may help Parkinson's patients see clearly
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how deep brain stimulation (DBS) affects the ability to align and focus both eyes on objects at different depths in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will use eye-tracking and brain models to find the best stimulation settings. The goal is to improv…
Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Can ultrasound reveal hidden breathing weakness in Parkinson's?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses ultrasound to measure the thickness of abdominal breathing muscles in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers want to see if muscle thickness is linked to disease severity and how strong a person's exhale is. The study will include 36 Parkinson's patients at …
Sponsor: Istanbul Physical Medicine Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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New PET tracer could spot Parkinson's protein in living brains
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis early-phase study tests a new radioactive tracer called [11C]SY08 to see if it can detect clumps of alpha-synuclein protein in the brain using PET scans. Researchers will scan 40 volunteers, including healthy people and those with Parkinson's disease, multiple system atrophy…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Could common immune drugs slow Parkinson's?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis observational study looks at whether long-term use of immunosuppressive drugs (taken for other conditions) can slow the onset or progression of Parkinson's disease. Researchers will compare 80 people with Parkinson's—half on immunosuppressants, half not—by tracking motor sym…
Sponsor: Medical University of Warsaw • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Brain zap test may spot dementia early in Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called TMS to measure brain activity in 52 people with Parkinson's disease. The goal is to see if these measurements can tell the difference between normal thinking, mild cognitive impairment, and dementia, and predict fu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Azienda Sanitaria Universitaria Integrata del Trentino • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Brain scans and blood tests may unlock secrets of swallowing trouble in Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at why swallowing problems happen in Parkinson's disease, a common issue that can lead to serious health risks like pneumonia. Researchers will study 100 people with Parkinson's using swallowing tests, brain scans, and blood tests to understand the underlying cau…
Sponsor: Heinrich-Heine University, Duesseldorf • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Brain study aims to unlock secrets of movement in Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how Parkinson's disease affects the brain's ability to control actions, like stopping or switching tasks. Researchers will have 50 people with Parkinson's do joystick tasks while on their usual dopamine medication. The goal is to better understand these brain …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Could hearing problems be an early sign of brain disease?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is looking at hearing in people with early-stage Alzheimer's or Parkinson's disease, compared to healthy volunteers. Researchers will use detailed hearing tests to find out how common different types of hearing loss are, especially 'hidden hearing loss' where standard …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cilcare SAS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Liquid nerve biopsy could unlock ALS secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting nerve samples and biofluids from 400 people with ALS or peripheral neuropathies to find biological markers for early diagnosis and disease tracking. By analyzing individual cells, researchers hope to identify molecular changes that happen before symptoms …
Sponsor: Fondazione I.R.C.C.S. Istituto Neurologico Carlo Besta • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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New imaging tool could spot Parkinson's years before symptoms worsen
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether a special PET scan using a tracer called [18F] AV-133 can track changes in the brain of people with early, or 'prodromal,' Parkinson's disease. About 100 participants will be scanned at the start, after 12 months, and after 24 months. The goal is to …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Scientists probe brain during surgery to unlock Parkinson's hidden symptoms
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study records brain activity during deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery in 140 people with Parkinson's disease or essential tremor. Researchers aim to understand brain networks linked to non-motor symptoms like depression, attention problems, and slow thinking. Participants…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Parkinson's speech study: can brain surgery change how you talk?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's disease affects speech. Researchers will record voices of 60 participants before and after surgery to measure changes in clarity, emotion, and word choice. The goal is to better understand the benefits and risks…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Steffen Paschen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Scientists hunt for hidden biomarkers in brain diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find new biological markers for neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and ALS. Researchers will analyze genetic, protein, and metabolic data from 1,200 patients to improve diagnosis, predict disease course, and monitor treatment response. Th…
Sponsor: Ospedale Policlinico San Martino • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Blood test may predict Dementia's path
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is looking for 500 people with early dementia or mild cognitive impairment to help develop a way to predict how their disease will progress. Researchers will use blood tests and other models to better understand each person's outlook. The goal is to give patients and d…
Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Parkinson's study: letting patients choose may boost motor learning
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether allowing people with Parkinson's disease to make choices during practice helps them learn new motor skills. Researchers will compare two groups: one that can choose when to receive feedback and one that cannot. The goal is to see if autonomy improves l…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Parkinson's drug may weaken immunity: new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether clozapine, a drug used to treat psychosis in Parkinson's disease, weakens the immune system over time. Researchers will measure immune markers in 24 patients before and after 6 and 12 months of treatment. The goal is to understand infection risks in th…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Scientists zap brain during surgery to uncover movement secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how deep brain stimulation (DBS) changes movement in people with conditions like Parkinson's disease or essential tremor. About 60 people scheduled for DBS surgery will have extra temporary electrodes placed on the brain to measure muscle activity during stimu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jorge Gonzalez-Martinez • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Wearable sensors and brain signals may unlock new balance treatments for Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand why people with Parkinson's disease have balance problems and falls. Researchers will use wearable sensors and brain recordings from deep brain stimulation electrodes in 100 Veterans. The goal is to find brain pathways linked to balance issues so new…
Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Brain signal study could Fine-Tune Parkinson's therapy
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is looking at how deep brain stimulation (DBS) affects brain activity in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will record brain signals during DBS surgery to better understand which areas to stimulate and how to set the device for each person. The goal is to ma…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Researchers probe blood pressure Drugs' effect on abdominal veins in rare nerve disorder
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how midodrine and droxidopa, two drugs used for low blood pressure upon standing, affect the veins in the abdomen of people with autonomic failure. About 34 adults aged 40-80 with conditions like multiple system atrophy or Parkinson's disease will participate.…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Brain scans reveal why DBS may cause thinking problems in Parkinson's
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at why deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's disease can sometimes cause thinking problems. Researchers will scan the brains of 55 people with DBS implants while their device is on or off. The goal is to understand how stimulation affects brain networks, w…
Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Scientists hunt for Parkinson's clues with brain scans
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses advanced brain scans (PET, SPECT, and MRI) to find markers of Parkinson's disease in people with certain genetic mutations. Researchers will look at changes in brain chemicals and structure. The goal is to better understand the disease and help develop new treatme…
Sponsor: University of Exeter • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Parkinson's inflammation mystery: brain scans after mild immune trigger
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to understand how inflammation in the brain works in Parkinson's disease. Researchers will give a mild inflammatory compound (LPS) to 30 volunteers—some with Parkinson's, some with a sleep disorder linked to Parkinson's, and some healthy—and use special PET-MR bra…
Sponsor: University of Exeter • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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New brain scan method could reveal how Parkinson's progresses
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses special brain scans (PET, SPECT, and MRI) to look for a marker that shows how Parkinson's disease changes over time. Researchers will scan 44 people with Parkinson's to see if a compound called BU99008 can highlight brain cell activity linked to the disease. The g…
Sponsor: University of Exeter • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Massive Parkinson's database aims to unlock secrets of the disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is building a large database of health information from 250 people with Parkinson's disease and related conditions. Researchers will collect data on symptoms, treatments, genetics, and brain scans over time. The goal is to better understand how the disease progresses a…
Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Brain scans aim to unlock Parkinson's secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses advanced brain scans (PET and MRI) to examine serotonin activity in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will compare brain images from 42 participants at different stages of the disease. The goal is to find biological markers that could lead to new treatm…
Sponsor: University of Exeter • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Can homeopathy and herbalism help Parkinson's? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is observing 100 people with Parkinson's disease who are receiving complementary therapies like homeopathy, herbalism, hypnosis, and healing at a special clinic. Participants also get advice on lifestyle, mindfulness, and diet. The goal is to document their experiences…
Sponsor: St. Mary's University, Twickenham • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC