Brain implant aims to unlock frozen steps in Parkinson's patients

NCT ID NCT06642519

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 20 times

Summary

This study tests a brain-machine interface that records and stimulates brain activity to reduce freezing of gait in people with Parkinson's disease. Ten participants already scheduled for deep brain stimulation surgery will receive an additional brain implant. The goal is to detect when freezing is about to happen and deliver targeted stimulation to prevent it.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Movement Disorders Centre - Toronto Western Hospital

    Toronto, Ontario, M5T 2S8, Canada

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