University Of Toronto

This study looks at whether adding physiotherapy to deep brain stimulation (DBS) can improve how people with Parkinson's disease move around their community. DBS helps with stiffness and tremors, but past studies found it didn't improve mobility and even increased falls. The tria…

This study tests a brain-computer interface that records brain activity and delivers stimulation to stop freezing of gait in people with Parkinson's disease. Ten participants who are already scheduled for deep brain stimulation surgery will have an additional electrode placed on …

This study looks at whether referring lonely older adults with diabetes to a social worker can help them feel less lonely and improve their blood sugar control. About 90 seniors will either meet with a social worker or continue their usual care. Researchers will check loneliness …

This study tests a computer tool called eAMS-Eco that helps doctors choose asthma inhalers with a lower carbon footprint. The tool adds environmental information to existing asthma treatment recommendations. Researchers will see if using this tool in four clinics reduces inhaler-…

This study tests whether two online educational sessions can help Parkinson's patients better understand deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery. Sixty patients and their caregivers will attend virtual classes with expert talks and patient testimonials. The goal is to see if this im…