Zapping the brain while you snooze: a new hope for Parkinson's?

NCT ID NCT06002581

First seen Dec 11, 2025 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 22 times

Summary

This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called rTMS can improve deep sleep and slow the progression of Parkinson's disease. Researchers will enroll 56 adults with Parkinson's to see if targeting slow-wave sleep can help delay worsening of motor symptoms. The goal is to find a new treatment strategy that doesn't rely on medication.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine

    RECRUITING

    Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 200040, China

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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