Spinal magnetic stimulation plus treadmill training shows promise for Parkinson's gait
NCT ID NCT05938673
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a non-invasive magnetic stimulation of the spinal cord, combined with treadmill walking, could improve gait problems in people with Parkinson's disease. 76 participants with moderate Parkinson's and walking difficulties received either real or sham stimulation during treadmill sessions. The goal was to see if the combination could boost walking speed and reduce fall risk more than treadmill training alone.
What this could mean
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Active substance
repetitive transspinal magnetic stimulation (rTSMS)
What this could lead to
If effective, this combination therapy could offer a new, non-drug way to improve walking and reduce fall risk in Parkinson's patients.
What could go wrong
This is a single, completed trial with 76 participants. Results may not apply to all Parkinson's patients, and benefits might be small or short-lived.
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Locations
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Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da USP
São Paulo, São Paulo, 05403000, Brazil