Access cutting-edge essential tremor treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Gainesville. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.
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Deep brain stimulation (DBS) of the thalamus is an effective treatment for medically refractory essential tremor (ET). DBS involves delivering continuous stimulation to the brain through electrodes permanently implanted in the thalamus. Despite proven effectiveness, the long-term benefit of DBS can wane over time (habituation) and side effects, including paresthesia and dysarthria, often limit the amplitude of the stimulation, resulting in suboptimal control of tremor. In clinical practice, many groups advise patients to switch their devices off at night to avoid habituation and reduce side effects. However, manually turning off the device at night can result in uncontrolled tremor when the patient moves at night. This study aims to develop an algorithm that automatically turns off stimulation when a patient is asleep, based on circadian brain signals. Turning off stimulation could potentially improve the therapy by limiting adverse effects, increasing efficacy, reducing the risk of habituation, and prolonging battery life. This study will evaluate the feasibility, safety, and tolerability of circadian adaptive DBS.
Sponsor: University of Florida
Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06635811) has an active research site in Gainesville, FL that is currently enrolling participants.
Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.
Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.
Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.
If you're searching for essential tremor treatment options in Gainesville, FL, this clinical trial (NCT06635811) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.
Our Gainesville research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced essential tremor specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.
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