Brain zaps may ease Parkinson's movement woes
NCT ID NCT06883266
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS can improve motor function and reduce fatigue in people with Parkinson's disease. Researchers will apply mild electrical current to the movement-control area of the brain over multiple sessions. The trial enrolls 64 adults with Parkinson's who do not have dementia or certain other conditions.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 64 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Nov 2024
- Expected to finish
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Dec 2026
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Clinical diagnosis of PD with at least two of the four diagnostic criteria for PD (tremor, rigidity, bradykinesia, and postural instability) * Must be able to consent Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with dementia (MOCA \< 21) * PD treatment using deep brain stimulation (DBS) * Diagnosis of psychosis * Diagnosis of multiple sclerosis * Diagnosis of stroke * Diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) * Diagnosis of congestive heart failure (CHF)
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Sanford Brain and Spine Center
RECRUITINGFargo, North Dakota, 58103, United States
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