Brain pacemaker trial aims to help Parkinson's patients move better

NCT ID NCT07567599

ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION Disease control Sponsor: Federal University of Minas Gerais Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 30, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This trial will test whether deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery improves movement, balance, and daily function in 40 people with Parkinson's disease. Participants will have their walking speed, balance, muscle strength, and activity levels measured before and after surgery. The goal is to see if DBS can help when medication is no longer enough.

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 (DBS) surgery
What this could lead to: If successful, this could confirm that DBS improves walking, balance, and daily function in people with Parkinson's whose symptoms are not controlled by medication.
What could go wrong: This is a small, uncontrolled trial with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Surgery carries risks like infection or brain bleeding, and benefits may vary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Hypokinesia Parkinson disease

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

PARKINSON DISEASE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Clínica NeuroVida

Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, 30110-017, Brazil

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