Brain signal study could Fine-Tune Parkinson's therapy
NCT ID NCT06169852
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study is looking at how deep brain stimulation (DBS) affects brain activity in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will record brain signals during DBS surgery to better understand which areas to stimulate and how to set the device for each person. The goal is to make DBS therapy more personalized and effective. The study involves 36 participants who are already scheduled for DBS surgery.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Deep brain stimulation (DBS) device
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to more personalized and effective DBS programming for Parkinson's patients, potentially improving symptom control.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage, small study (36 participants) focused on understanding brain signals, not testing a new treatment. Results may not directly improve patient outcomes or apply to all Parkinson's patients.
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Conditions
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
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