Brain zaps may help Parkinson's patients stay steady on their feet

NCT ID NCT05198076

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Cairo University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether high-frequency repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) can improve balance in people with Parkinson's disease. Forty participants with mild to moderate Parkinson's will receive 12 sessions over four weeks. Researchers will measure changes in stability and fall risk using a special balance platform.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: High frequency repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a non-drug way to improve balance and reduce fall risk in Parkinson's patients.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The treatment is non-invasive but may not produce lasting benefits.

This is an AI summary of the original study and may miss details. Read our disclaimer.

Get updates

Get notified about this study

Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for PARKINSON DISEASE are added.

Our safety recommendation!

By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use

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

Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University
RECRUITING

Giza, Ad Doqi, Giza District, Giza Governorate, 11432, Egypt

More trials for these conditions

Other studies related to the condition(s) this trial covers.