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Basal Ganglia Contributions to Transitions in Freezing of Gait and Parkinson's Disease

Status: Recruiting

The purpose of this study is to examine brain activity associated with movement in people with Parkinson’s disease, and the relationship of this brain activity to problems with moving and thinking. Brain activity will be recorded using a cap with EEG sensors attached and/or by recording brain signals from your deep brain stimulator (Medtronic PerceptTM device). We will look at brain activity associated with balance, walking, and movements of your arms or legs.

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Sex: Male or Female
Age Group: 18 years and over
Inclusion Criteria:

• age 21-75
• able to walk independently without the use of an assistive device (e.g. cane) for 50 meters (165 feet)
• have a Medtronic Percept TM Device implanted
• at least 3 months since the initial activation of the neurostimulator
Exclusion Criteria:

• dementia of any cause
• history of musculoskeletal disorders that significantly affect walking or movement of limb(s) that would affect the participation
• women who are pregnant
Conditions:

Brain & Nervous System

Keywords:

Freezing Gait, Parkinson's Disease, PD

Study Contact: Kristin Garland - garl0038@umn.edu
Principal Investigator: Sommer Huffmaster
Phase: NA
IRB Number: STUDY00023279
See this study on ClinicalTrials.gov

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