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Essential Tremor Clinical Trial in Minneapolis, MN

Access cutting-edge essential tremor treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Minneapolis. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by University of Minnesota

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Minneapolis

    Convenient for MN residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Minneapolis site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Essential Tremor Study in Minneapolis

Deep brain stimulation (DBS) targeting the Vim thalamus (ventralis intermedius nucleus) is an FDA-approved neuromodulation therapy for treating postural and action tremor in individuals with essential tremor (ET). The success of this treatment, however, is highly dependent on the ability of clinicians to identify therapeutic stimulation settings through a laborious programming process. There is a strong and growing clinical need for new approaches to provide clinicians with more efficient guidance on how to titrate stimulation settings. This study will leverage subject-specific computational models that can predict neural activation of axonal pathways adjacent to the active electrode(s) and implicated in the therapeutic mechanisms of Vim-DBS to in turn guide clinicians with which stimulation settings are likely to be the most therapeutic on tremor.

Sponsor: University of Minnesota

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

diagnosis of ET
medication-refractory tremor
VIM-DBS implant (unilateral or bilateral)
7T MRI pre-operative scan under Dr. Harel's IRB (institutional review board) protocol (#1210M22183)
Post-operative CT scan

Exclusion Criteria

history of musculoskeletal disorders that affect movement of the limbs
other significant neurological disorder
prior history of stereotactic neurosurgery (other than VIM-DBS surgery)

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Minneapolis?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT03984643) has an active research site in Minneapolis, MN that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

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.

Q:Will I be compensated?

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.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Essential Tremor Treatment Options in Minneapolis, MN

If you're searching for essential tremor treatment options in Minneapolis, MN, this clinical trial (NCT03984643) 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 Minneapolis 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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