Brain pacemaker learns to stop Parkinson's freezing in its tracks

NCT ID NCT06819020

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This study tests a new type of deep brain stimulation that adapts in real time to prevent freezing of gait in people with Parkinson's disease. Twenty participants will use wearable devices at home to track their walking. The goal is to see if this smart stimulation can reduce or stop sudden freezing episodes.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of California, San Francisco

    San Francisco, California, 94143, United States

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