Brain scans reveal how deep brain stimulation works in Parkinson's
NCT ID NCT02795663
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study looked at how deep brain stimulation (DBS) changes brain activity in people with Parkinson's disease. Fifteen patients who already had a DBS device implanted performed movement and impulse control tasks while their brain activity was measured using a special light-based imaging technique. The goal was to understand how turning the stimulation on or off affects the brain, which could help improve future treatments.
What this could mean
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Active substance
deep brain stimulation (DBS) device
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors understand how deep brain stimulation works in Parkinson's disease, potentially leading to better stimulation settings.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early-phase study with only 15 participants. It is designed to measure brain activity, not to test a new treatment, so it may not lead to direct patient benefits.
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Conditions
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Locations
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CHU Amiens
Amiens, 80054, France