Smart brain stimulator adjusts on the fly to help Parkinson's patients walk better

NCT ID NCT07424508

ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION Disease control Sponsor: Doris Wang, MD, PhD Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a new way to use deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's disease. Instead of constant stimulation, the device automatically switches settings when the person starts walking, aiming to improve gait and balance. Six people who already have a special DBS implant will try this adaptive approach and be compared to standard open-loop stimulation.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: deep brain stimulation device (Summit RC+S)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could lead to a smarter DBS system that automatically adjusts stimulation to improve walking and reduce freezing in Parkinson's disease.
What could go wrong: This is a very early, tiny study with only 6 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The device is investigational and not yet proven safe or effective for this use.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Parkinson disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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PARKINSON'S DISEASE (PD)

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Locations

UCSF

San Francisco, California, 94134, United States

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