Clinical trial for Parkinson Disease
Official title Targeting Apathy With Music in Parkinson's Disease
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05505019
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study aims to find out how music listening changes the brain and whether it reduces apathy in Parkinson's patients.
- Who it's for
- Adults with Parkinson's disease who experience apathy.
- What's involved
- Participants will listen to music and undergo assessments of motivation and brain activity.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 40 to 85
You likely can't join if
- Participants with atypical Parkinsonism (eg. Progressive supranuclear palsy, multiple system atrophy, drug induced, etc.)
- Epilepsy
- Other neurological disease/complications (eg. myopathy, stroke, brain lesion, MS)
- Significant cognitive impairment (MoCa \<21)
- Moderate depression (Beck's Depression Inventory \>20)
- Severe/multiple head trauma(s)
See the full eligibility criteria
- Participants with atypical Parkinsonism (eg. Progressive supranuclear palsy, multiple system atrophy, drug induced, etc.)
- Epilepsy
- Other neurological disease/complications (eg. myopathy, stroke, brain lesion, MS)
- Significant cognitive impairment (MoCa \<21)
- Moderate depression (Beck's Depression Inventory \>20)
- Severe/multiple head trauma(s)
- Participants with metal/medical implants, including any of the following: artificial heart valve, brain aneurysm clip, electrical stimulators, ear or eye implant, implanted drug infusion pump, coil, catheter, or filter...
- Participants who have gone through specific injuries/brain surgery (eg. an injury where a piece of metal lodged in the eye or orbit)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 40 years to 85 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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