New direction in brain stimulation may reduce tremor without affecting speech

NCT ID NCT04828798

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Oregon Health and Science University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests a newer type of deep brain stimulation (DBS) that aims to control essential tremor while causing fewer problems with speech, walking, and balance. About 24 adults with hand tremors for at least 3 years will receive both directional and standard DBS to compare which works better. The goal is to find a stimulation method that gives the widest range of effective tremor control before side effects appear.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

essential tremor

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ESSENTIAL TREMOR

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Locations

Oregon Health & Science University
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Portland, Oregon, 97239, United States

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