Sound waves aimed at the brain: new hope for Parkinson's?

NCT ID NCT06763692

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Ali Rezai Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This early study will test whether low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFU) can safely stimulate a brain region in people with Parkinson's disease. Fifteen participants will receive a single session of LIFU. The main goal is to check for side effects, with a secondary look at whether it affects eye movement tasks related to brain function.

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 safe and tolerable, this could point toward a non-invasive way to improve brain function in Parkinson's disease.

What could go wrong

This is a very early feasibility study with only 15 people, so it may not show clear benefits or may have unexpected side effects.

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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