Could a headset at home ease Parkinson's symptoms?

NCT ID NCT06804668

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested whether people with Parkinson's disease can safely use a brain stimulation device (tDCS) at home. Six participants aged 40 to 70 used the device for 20 minutes daily over a week, with video call support. The goal was to see if it's practical and safe, and to check for any improvement in movement symptoms.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) device
What this could lead to: If successful, this could pave the way for a convenient, home-based treatment to ease motor symptoms in Parkinson's disease.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, early feasibility study with only 6 participants. It does not prove effectiveness, and results may not apply to all patients. Side effects like skin irritation or discomfort are possible.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

movement disorder 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

Center for Brain Circuit Therapeutics, Department of Neurology, Brigham & Women's Hospital

Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

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