Brain pacemaker study aims to unlock sleep secrets in Parkinson's
NCT ID NCT05962489
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at how deep brain stimulation (DBS) — a device already used to control movement in Parkinson's disease — affects sleep. Researchers will monitor brain activity and sleep quality in 64 adults with Parkinson's who have or will get DBS implants. The goal is to understand which brain circuits are involved in sleep problems and to guide future treatments.
What this could mean
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Active substance
deep brain stimulation
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward targeted therapies to improve sleep in people with Parkinson's disease.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage observational study with only 64 participants, so results may not apply broadly. It focuses on understanding brain activity, not testing a new treatment.
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University Of Minnesota
RECRUITINGMinneapolis, Minnesota, 55455, United States
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