New hope for Parkinson's freezing: brain zaps and treadmill training

NCT ID NCT06982638

First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 07, 2026 · Updated 16 times

Summary

This study tests whether a personalized, non-invasive brain stimulation method called rTMS, combined with walking exercises, is tolerable and shows early promise for reducing freezing of gait in people with Parkinson's disease. Up to 15 adults aged 50-80 will receive the treatment over 16 weeks. The study does not offer direct medical benefit but aims to guide future treatments.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Medical University of South Carlina

    RECRUITING

    Charleston, South Carolina, 29414, United States

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