Parkinson's balance woes may stem from inner ear, not just brain

NCT ID NCT04768647

First seen Dec 11, 2025 · Last updated Apr 30, 2026 · Updated 14 times

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. Researchers tested the inner ear function of 60 participants with Parkinson's. The goal was to better understand why these issues occur, which could lead to better treatments in the future.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Michigan

    Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48105, United States

  • VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System, Ann Arbor, MI

    Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48105-2303, United States

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