Sound waves aim to tame Huntington's tremors

NCT ID NCT07513844

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

Summary

This early-stage trial tests whether low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFU) can safely improve motor symptoms in 24 adults with Huntington's disease. Participants receive ultrasound pulses to a brain region involved in movement control. The study focuses on safety and finding the best pulse frequency, while also measuring changes in movement scores.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFU) device

What this could lead to

If successful, this could point toward a non-invasive way to ease movement problems in Huntington's disease.

What could go wrong

This is a very early, small safety trial (24 people). It may not show clear benefit, and risks include seizures, mood changes, or brain swelling.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Huntington disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University

    RECRUITING

    Fuzhou, Fujian, China

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