Brain zap study reveals how DBS shapes impulse control in Parkinson's
NCT ID NCT06234995
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at how deep brain stimulation (DBS) affects the ability to stop actions in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will measure brain waves and behavior during impulse control tasks before, during, and after DBS surgery. The goal is to understand how stimulation location and strength influence brain circuits involved in self-control. About 80 participants will take part, including healthy volunteers for comparison.
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Conditions
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Emory Brain Health Center
RECRUITINGAtlanta, Georgia, 30329, United States
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Emory University Hospital
RECRUITINGAtlanta, Georgia, 30322, United States
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