Is your inner ear to blame for Parkinson's falls?
NCT ID NCT04768647
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether balance and walking problems in people with Parkinson's disease are caused by changes in the inner ear (vestibular system) rather than just a lack of dopamine in the brain. 60 participants with Parkinson's underwent balance tests and brain scans. The goal was to better understand why these issues occur, not to test a new treatment.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48105, United States
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VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System, Ann Arbor, MI
Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48105-2303, United States
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