New brain stimulation method could ease Parkinson's symptoms

NCT ID NCT05626608

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether a newer 'directional' brain stimulation method works better than the standard 'ring' method for people with Parkinson's disease. Ten participants who already have deep brain stimulation electrodes implanted will try both modes. The goal is to see which one improves motor symptoms more and causes fewer side effects.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: deep brain stimulation with Boston Cartesia(TM) electrodes
What this could lead to: If directional stimulation works better, it could improve motor symptom control and reduce side effects for people with Parkinson's.
What could go wrong: This is a very small early study (10 people) comparing two programming modes, not testing a new cure. It may not show a clear benefit or apply to all patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Parkinson disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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

PARKINSON DISEASE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Centre Hospitalier Uniersitaire de Montpellier
RECRUITING

Montpellier, France, 34295, France

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