Can magnetic pulses ease Parkinson's pain? new trial investigates

NCT ID NCT07176091

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called iTBS can reduce pain and other symptoms in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will compare two different stimulation patterns in 90 adults aged 40-80 who have had Parkinson's for at least 3 years and experience related pain. Participants will receive daily sessions for 5 days and be followed for 3 months to see how long any benefits last.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

intermittent theta burst transcranial magnetic stimulation (iTBS)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could offer a non-drug way to reduce pain and improve movement in Parkinson's disease.

What could go wrong

This is an early-stage study with only 90 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The effects may be small or temporary, and some people may find the stimulation uncomfortable.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Parkinson disease parkinsonian disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • The Second Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University

    Suzhou, Jiangsu, 215000, China