Clinical trial for Parkinson Disease
Official title Neurophysiology of Reward Signaling in Parkinson's Disease
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07409207
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study aims to understand how brain activity relates to risk‑taking and reward‑seeking behaviors in Parkinson's disease.
- Who it's for
- People with Parkinson's disease who are already scheduled for deep brain stimulation surgery.
- What's involved
- During the surgery, doctors will record electrical activity from specific brain areas; no additional medication or procedures are given.
- Time commitment
- Participation involves only the time of the scheduled surgery and any brief additional recording sessions.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 40 and older
You may be able to join if
- Scheduled to undergo deep brain stimulation surgery under local anesthesia at Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- Planned clinical electrode trajectory that contacts caudate
- Age greater than or equal to 40
- Diagnosis of Parkinson's disease or other movement disorder
- Able to participate in intraoperative testing
You likely can't join if
- Age less than 40
- Not able to participate in intraoperative testing (for example unable to comprehend instructions or follow directions)
See the full eligibility criteria
- Scheduled to undergo deep brain stimulation surgery under local anesthesia at Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- Planned clinical electrode trajectory that contacts caudate
- Age greater than or equal to 40
- Diagnosis of Parkinson's disease or other movement disorder
- Able to participate in intraoperative testing
- English speaking
- Age less than 40
- Not able to participate in intraoperative testing (for example unable to comprehend instructions or follow directions)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Nashville, Tennessee, United States
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 and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Nashville, Tennessee, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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