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Fingertip vibrations may calm Parkinson's brain signals

NCT ID NCT07687732

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 07, 2026 · Last updated Jul 08, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This early-phase trial investigates whether gentle vibrations applied to the fingertips can reduce abnormal brain activity linked to Parkinson's disease. The study includes 12 adults with Parkinson's who have already had deep brain stimulation surgery. Researchers measure changes in brain waves and motor symptoms to see if this simple, non-invasive approach could offer symptom relief.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
Vibrotactile stimulation (vibration patterns on fingertips)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a non-invasive, drug-free way to ease Parkinson's motor symptoms.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early-phase trial with only 12 participants. It is designed to test a scientific idea, not to prove a treatment works. The effect may be small or absent.

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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 (DISORDER)

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CTRC Space, Health Sciences Building

    Denver, Colorado, 80045, United States

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