Spinocerebellar ataxia type 6
MONDO:0008457Spinocerebellar ataxia type 6 (SCA6) is the most common subtype of autosomal dominant cerebellar ataxia type III (ADCA type III) characterized by late-onset and slowly progressive gait ataxia and other cerebellar signs such as impaired muscle coordination and nystagmus.
Also known as: CACNA1A autosomal dominant cerebellar ataxia type III, SCA6, autosomal dominant cerebellar ataxia type III caused by mutation in CACNA1A, spinocerebellar ataxia type 6, spinocerebellar ataxia 6
28 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Hope for ataxia: experimental drug shows promise in Late-Stage trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a drug called troriluzole in 141 adults with spinocerebellar ataxia, a rare disease that affects balance and coordination. Participants took either the drug or a placebo daily for 8 weeks. The main goal was to see if troriluzole could improve symptoms like walki…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Biohaven Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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New keyboard designs aim to boost typing speed for people with movement challenges
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compares different visual keyboard layouts to see which helps people with complex sensorimotor disabilities type faster and with less fatigue. Twelve adults who already use a virtual scanning keyboard will test each layout. The goal is to find the best design to improv…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New parent support programme shows promise for families of children with complex needs
Symptom relief CompletedThis pilot study tested a community-based group programme called 'Encompass' for parents of children under 5 with complex neurodisability. Fifteen parents in East London attended ten group sessions over six months. The study aimed to see if the programme was feasible and acceptab…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: City, University of London • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Brain study sheds light on Parkinson's and tics
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke aimed to better understand how the brain controls movement and what goes wrong in movement disorders like Parkinson's disease, Tourette's syndrome, and dystonia. Over 1,200 adults—both patients …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Wrist-Worn gadget could help doctors monitor Parkinson's at home
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a wrist-worn device called the Personal KinetiGraph (PKG) to see if it can accurately measure movement problems in people with Parkinson's disease. Nineteen participants wore the device while researchers compared its readings to standard clinical tests and video…
Sponsor: Global Kinetics Corporation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC