Clinical Trial

Correlation of STN-DBS Induced Visuospatial Changes and Freezing of Gait

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Record status
This record was last updated May 29, 2025 (before its estimated June 2026 completion). Its status may not reflect the trial's current state.
Summary
The purpose of this research is to determine how deep brain stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's disease affects attention and visuospatial function. Additionally, this study will evaluate how deficits in visual attention are associated with freezing of gait (FOG) in Parkinson's disease. There is currently no reliable treatment for FOG and little is understood about the underlying reason this occurs. Some recent research has found that stimulating the right side of the brain seems to improve FOG. The right side of the brain is also paramount for visual attention, which is why investigators are conducting this study.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT06994728
Lead Sponsor Medical University of South Carolina
Conditions Parkinson Disease, Gait Disorders, Neurologic, Visuospatial/Perceptual Abilities
Enrollment 12 participants
Start Date 2025-04-01
Primary Completion 2026-06 (estimated)
Study Completion 2026-06 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2025-05-29