Scientists zap brain during surgery to uncover movement secrets
NCT ID NCT07056361
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at how deep brain stimulation (DBS) changes movement in people with conditions like Parkinson's disease or essential tremor. About 60 people scheduled for DBS surgery will have extra temporary electrodes placed on the brain to measure muscle activity during stimulation. The goal is to understand the brain mechanisms behind DBS, not to provide a new treatment.
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University of Pittsburgh
RECRUITINGPittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States
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