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NCT04286308 Cortical-Basal Ganglia Speech Networks

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Clinical Trial Summary
NCT ID NCT04286308
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor Massachusetts General Hospital
Condition Parkinson Disease
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 80 participants
Start Date 2020-10-01
Primary Completion 2027-02

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age 85 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
electrophysiological data collection

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

This trial targets 80 participants in total. It began in 2020-10-01 with a primary completion date of 2027-02.

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Brief Summary

In this research study the researchers want to learn more about brain activity related to speech perception and production.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: 1. Subjects scheduled for DBS implantation, as determined by the clinical multidisciplinary movement disorders board with definitive diagnosis of Parkinson's disease, essential tremor or dystonia. 2. Subjects able to provide informed consent and comply with task instructions. 3. Subjects 18-85 years old Exclusion Criteria: 1. Subjects with reported hearing loss. 2. Non-English-speaking subjects

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Mark Richardson, MD, PhD

✉ mark.richardson@mgh.harvard.edu

📞 617-726-8849

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT04286308 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 85 Years, studying Parkinson Disease. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT04286308 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT04286308 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at mark.richardson@mgh.harvard.edu for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT04286308 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Boston, United States.

Who is sponsoring the NCT04286308 clinical trial?

NCT04286308 is sponsored by Massachusetts General Hospital. The trial plans to enroll 80 participants.

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