Condition
Suggested Conditions
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Weight Loss
- Heart Disease
- Cancer
- Asthma
Location
Search Clinical Trials
Conditions
Locations
Treatment Type
Trial Phase
Trial Status
Paid Participation
Clear All
112 Neuromodulation Trials Near You
Power is an online platform that helps thousands of Neuromodulation patients discover FDA-reviewed trials every day. Every trial we feature meets safety and ethical standards, giving patients an easy way to discover promising new treatments in the research stage.
Learn More About PowerBrain Stimulation + Cognitive Training for Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
Minneapolis, Minnesota
The proposed study will evaluate a new approach to cognitive rehabilitation of mTBI using a brain stimulation technique called "Remotely Supervised Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation combined with Cognitive Training" (RS-tDCS+) which has shown promise for improving complex attention in both healthy and clinical populations. RS-tDCS+ is a home-based, low-risk, non-invasive technique that is designed to boost cognitive training by enhancing learning and the brain's ability to reorganize connections. This study will evaluate RS-tDCS+ for improving complex attention in Active Duty Service Members (ADSM) and Veterans with a history of mTBI. Different tests of complex attention and symptom questionnaires will be used to determine the effects of real versus sham (placebo) RS-tDCS+. Second, the investigators will investigate electrical and connectivity changes in the brain associated with RS-tDCS+ using electroencephalogram (EEG) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Third, the investigators will investigate the lasting effects of any observed changes by evaluating participants at 1 and 6 weeks post-treatment. Lastly, the investigators will explore the impact of individual differences (e.g., PTSD, depression, sleep quality, time since injury, baseline impairment, age, sex, ADSM versus Veteran) on treatment outcome.
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:18 - 60
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Brain Tumor, Epilepsy, Schizophrenia, Bipolar, Others
160 Participants Needed
MyoRegulator® for ALS
Charlestown, Massachusetts
This is a single-center, single-arm, open-label study aiming to assess the safety and feasibility of the MyoRegulator® device when used to treat individuals with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). This study is the first use of the MyoRegulator® device to treat individuals with ALS. The main objective of this study is to confirm that individuals with ALS can tolerate the study treatment regimen without any evidence of serious adverse events related to the use of the device.
The MyoRegulator® device is a non-significant risk (NSR) investigational non-invasive neuromodulation device that uses multi-site direct current (multi-site DCS) stimulation. It has been used in two completed clinical trials evaluating its efficacy to treat post-stroke muscle spasticity and is currently being evaluated in a third trial in this post-stroke population.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Not Listed
5 Participants Needed
Auditory Stimulation During Sleep for Schizophrenia
Charlestown, Massachusetts
In this research study the investigators will use sleep headbands to measure brain rhythms and to improve their coordination across brain regions. The headbands will be worn at home for multiple nights. On some nights the headbands will play soft sounds at specific times during sleep. The investigators are interested in learning whether this timed auditory stimulation may be a strategy to improve the coordination of sleep rhythms across brain regions, improve network communication, and as a result, improve memory. The investigators will study 30 adults aged 18-45 with schizophrenia and 30 demographically matched healthy controls. Participants will first have a daytime MRI scan, during which they will complete a finger tapping motor sequence task (MST), followed by a week of sleep at home with a sleep headband. They will also do the MST at home on two of the nights. On the final day of the study, participants will return for a second MRI scan.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:18 - 45
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Neurological Disorders, Chronic Conditions, Others
Must Be Taking:APDs
60 Participants Needed
CBT-I + TMS for Insomnia in Mild Cognitive Impairment
Boston, Massachusetts
The goal of this study is to test a new way to improve sleep quality in persons living with mild cognitive impairment. The treatment combines a safe and gentle way to stimulate the brain, called transcranial magnetic stimulation, with a psychological treatment, called cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Not Yet Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:65+
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Dementia, Sleep Apnea, Parkinson's, Others
Must Not Be Taking:Opiates, Opioids
30 Participants Needed
taVNS for Fibromyalgia
Charlestown, Massachusetts
In this research study we want to learn more about if transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), a safe electrical stimulation tool, can relieve Fibromyalgia pain. A total of 60 subjects with Fibromyalgia will be enrolled in this study at Massachusetts General Hospital, Charlestown Navy Yard campus.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Not Yet Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:18 - 65
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Thyroid Disease, Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Others
60 Participants Needed
LED Therapy for Traumatic Brain Injury
Boston, Massachusetts
This trial tests if special lights can help people with brain injuries by making their brain cells work better. It aims to improve memory, sleep, and overall quality of life. Previous research has shown that using these lights after a brain injury can protect brain cells.
Trial Details
Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:21 - 55
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Penetrating Head Injury, Neurological Diagnosis, Psychotic Disorder, Others
8 Participants Needed
Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Alzheimer's Disease
Boston, Massachusetts
This study will determine how noninvasive nerve stimulation affects human brain, stomach, and autonomic activity.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Early Phase 1
Age:18 - 65
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:FmrI Contraindications, Others
50 Participants Needed
Individualized TMS for Depression
Boston, Massachusetts
This trial tests aiTBS, a magnetic brain stimulation method, on patients with depression that hasn't responded to other treatments. The treatment uses magnetic pulses to reset brain activity and improve mood. Participants will receive aiTBS either guided by brain scans or by physical measurements of the head. Intermittent Theta Burst Stimulation (iTBS) is a newer form of repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) that has shown potential for faster and more intense effects in treating depression.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 2
Age:22 - 80
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Pregnancy, ECT Non-response, Neurological Illness, Others
Must Be Taking:Antidepressants
40 Participants Needed
TMS for Anxiety Disorders
Boston, Massachusetts
We will perform a randomized sham-controlled trial of aiTBS to an anxiosomatic circuit in patients with anxiety-related disorders (i.e., panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder). 80 participants with an anxiety-related disorder (defined below) will receive 50 active or sham TMS treatments over 5 days (following the SAINT protocol, which is FDA-cleared for MDD. The primary outcome will be the BAI, with a modified recall window to reflect the short treatment interval. Participants randomized to sham will be offered an open-label crossover extension.
Trial Details
Trial Status:Not Yet Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 2
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Pregnancy, TMS Exposure, Bipolar, Others
Must Not Be Taking:Rapid Antidepressants
80 Participants Needed
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Mental Illness
Boston, Massachusetts
Participants will receive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) at a random location in the left prefrontal cortex, excluding sites that are potentially unsafe. Extensive behavioral testing will be conducted to determine which behaviors are modulated by stimulating which circuits.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 2
Age:18 - 65
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Pregnancy, Cluster B Disorders, PTSD, Others
Must Not Be Taking:Ketamine, Esketamine, ECT
180 Participants Needed
Neuromodulation for Muscle Stiffness After Spinal Cord Injury
Jackson, Mississippi
People with spinal cord injuries may experience muscle tightness or uncontrollable spasms. This study is being conducted to investigate whether transcutaneous spinal stimulation can improve these symptoms. Transcutaneous spinal stimulation is a non-surgical intervention by applying electrical currents using skin electrodes over the lower back and belly.
The investigators want to see how well the intervention of transcutaneous spinal stimulation performs by testing different levels of stimulation pulse rates. Also, transcutaneous spinal stimulation is compared to muscle relaxants such as baclofen and tizanidine, commonly given to people with spinal cord injuries, to reduce muscle stiffness and spasms. By doing this, the investigators hope to discover if transcutaneous spinal stimulation similarly reduces muscle spasms and stiffness or if combining both methods works best. This could help improve treatment options for people with spinal cord injuries in the future.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Early Phase 1
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Ventilatory-dependent, Pregnancy, Neurological Changes, Others
Must Not Be Taking:Antibiotics, Botulinum Toxin
16 Participants Needed
Neuromodulation for Depression
Tallahassee, Florida
This is an open label prospective pilot study of two neuromodulation interventions for patients suffering from dysphoria. Dysphoria is a transdiagnostic symptom of unease or dissatisfaction experienced across a range of diagnoses, including mood disorders and pain. There is a significant gap of treatment options across conditions with dysphoria, particularly non-medicated and self-care alternatives.
Many neuromodulation therapies require extensive medical resources or time to deliver. Thus, the investigators will test two non-invasive technologies administered in a manner that would reduce resources and/or time. Virtual Reality (VR) overlays the sensory system to block the external environment and provide vast range of meaningful sensory experiences. Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) involves a magnetic pulse passing through the scalp to depolarize neurons in the outer cortex of the brain, and daily treatments over 6 weeks are currently FDA indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder. Accelerated TMS is the delivery of treatment in a shorter period of time.
The primary objective of this study to demonstrate the preliminary effectiveness, tolerability, and feasibility of these two interventions: Guided Meditation VR for Wellness and Accelerated Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Schizophrenia, Substance Use, Dementia, Others
Must Not Be Taking:Tricyclics, Stimulants, Clozapine
100 Participants Needed
Electrical Neuromodulation for Spasticity
Jackson, Mississippi
Spasticity develops months after spinal cord injury (SCI) and persists over time. It presents as a mixture of tonic features, namely increased muscle tone (hypertonia) and phasic features, such as hyperactive reflexes (hyperreflexia), clonus, and involuntary muscle contractions (spasms). Spasticity is often disabling because it interferes with hygiene, transfers, and locomotion and can disturb sleep and cause pain. For these reasons, most individuals seek treatments for spasticity after SCI. New developments in electrical neuromodulation with transcutaneous spinal stimulation (TSS) show promising results in managing spasticity non-pharmacologically. The underlying principle of TSS interventions is that the afferent input generated by posterior root stimulation modifies the excitability of the lumbosacral network to suppress pathophysiologic spinal motor output contributing to distinctive features of spasticity. However, the previous TSS studies used almost identical protocols in terms of stimulation frequency and intensity despite the great flexibility offered by this treatment strategy and the favorable results with the epidural stimulation at higher frequencies. Therefore, the proposed study takes a new direction to systematically investigate the standalone and comparative efficacy of four TSS interventions, including those used in previous studies.
Our central hypothesis is that electrical neuromodulation with the selected TSS protocols (frequency: 50/100 Hz; intensity: 0.45 or 0.9 times the sub-motor threshold) can reduce and distinctly modify tonic and phasic components of spasticity on short- and long-term basis. We will test our hypothesis using a prospective, experimental, cross-over, assessor-masked study design in 12 individuals with chronic SCI (more than 1-year post-injury).
Aim 1. Determine the time course of changes and immediate after-effects of each TSS protocol on tonic and phasic spasticity. The results will reveal the evolution of changes in spasticity during 30-min of TSS and the most effective protocol for producing immediate aftereffects.
Aim 2. Determine the effect of TSS on spasticity after a trial of home-based therapy with each protocol. The participants will administer 30 min of TSS daily for six days with each of the four TSS protocols selected randomly. This aim will reveal the long-term carry-over effects of TSS intervention on various components of spasticity after SCI.
Aim 3. Determine the participants' experience with TSS as a home-based therapy through focus group meetings. We will conduct focus group meetings after participants finish the home-based therapy trial. Accomplishing this specific aim will provide a valuable perspective on the value, challenges, and acceptability of TSS as a home-based intervention.
The study addresses important questions for advancing scientific knowledge and clinical management of spasticity after SCI. Specifically, it will examine the efficacy of TSS frequencies and intensities on tonic and phasic spasticity. The study results will be relevant for a high proportion of individuals living with SCI that could benefit from this novel and low-cost non-pharmacological approach to managing spasticity after SCI.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Neurological Level Below T11, Pregnancy, Others
12 Participants Needed
iTBS Optimization for Depression
Sherbrooke, Quebec
Repetitive TMS (rTMS) is a well-established method for modulating brain activity. Through successive stimulations in the form of magnetic fields, it is possible to modify the sensitivity of neurons in the brain, also known as cortical excitability. Cortical excitability is important for the induction of brain plasticity, the ability of the brain to reorganize itself and form new connections in response to stimuli. A particular class of rTMS, intermittent theta burst TMS (iTBS), is commonly used to modulate cortical excitability and induce plasticity for therapeutic purposes, notably for treatment-resistant depression.
Different iTBS stimulation parameters can be used to induce plasticity. This study will focus on two parameters, namely, the form and duration of the electromagnetic stimulation. The shape of the electromagnetic pulse refers to how the electromagnetic wave is configured over time, while the duration is simply the period during which this electromagnetic pulse remains active. These parameters are expected to influence the effectiveness of iTBS in modulating cortical activity but remain little studied.
The main aim of this study will be to compare the effectiveness of different stimulation parameters in the induction of plasticity, which will then make it possible to improve the rTMS protocols used for treatment-resistant depression.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:18 - 35
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Epilepsy, Neurological Disease, Substance Abuse, Others
Must Not Be Taking:Psychotropic Medications
30 Participants Needed
Non-Invasive Neuromodulation for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Sherbrooke, Quebec
The goal of this feasibility sham-controlled randomized trial is to assess the feasibility of studying non-invasive neuromodulation techniques, specifically transcutaneous vagal nerve stimulation (tVNS) and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) of the trigeminal nerve to alleviate dyspnea in patients with chronic pulmonary disease.
The main question it aims to answer is:
Despite challenges in dyspnea generation and measurement, could non-invasive neuromodulation be reliably studied in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) with severe dyspnea?
Researchers will compare tVNS and trigeminal TENS to a sham (where the device is applied, but without stimulation) in order to see if non-invasive neuromodulation could relieve dyspnea.
At the time of rehabilitation pre-assessment, participants routinely undergo a baseline maximal Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing (CPET) on ergocycle to measure VO2max with repetitive assessments of the Borg scale and continuous monitoring of vital signs (oxygen saturation, heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate) throughout the test. Spirometry and symptom questionnaires (CAT score) are also routinely measured. In two dedicated study visits conducted 2 weeks apart from each other, n=8 participants will perform a submaximal constant workrate (CRW) at 80% workload of the VO2 max, either with cervical tVNS (n=4) or trigeminal TENS (n=4). In a cross-over design, both patient groups will undergo sham and active treatment of the neuromodulation technique in a randomly assigned number.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:40 - 85
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Pulmonary Restrictive, Neurological Disorders, Cardiac Instabilities, Metal Implants, Others
Must Not Be Taking:Corticosteroids, Antibiotics
8 Participants Needed
Near Infrared Stimulation for Parkinson's Disease
Gainesville, Florida
The current study will test whether age-related cognitive and mood changes in older adults and those will be affected by near infrared (NIR) stimulation. The overall hypothesis, drawn from previous literature, is that exposure to NIR stimulation will have positive effects on brain health and will result in better cognitive and mood performance.
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:65 - 89
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Major Strokes, Schizophrenia, Active Cancer, Others
Must Not Be Taking:Antipsychotics, Sedatives, Steroids, Others
24 Participants Needed
Mi-Helper for Migraine
Indian Harbour Beach, Florida
This is a prospective, double-blind, sham-controlled, randomized, decentralized trial. This study aims to assess the safety and efficacy of the Mi-Helper transnasal cooling device for acute treatment of migraine in an at home setting.
Adults aged 18 years to 70 years old with a diagnosis of migraine (with or without aura) for at least one year will be recruited for this study.
Trial Details
Trial Status:Not Yet Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Chronic Pain, Severe Psychiatric, Others
Must Not Be Taking:Opioids, Barbiturates
156 Participants Needed
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Traumatic Brain Injury
Tampa, Florida
The goal of this blinded, adaptive, randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial is to investigate the use of hyperbaric oxygen as a therapy to treat mild to moderate traumatic brain injury in Veterans and active military. The main questions it aims to answer are:
* Does Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) reduce neurobehavioral symptoms? (Aim 1)
* How many HBOT sessions are needed to achieve a significant reduction in neurobehavioral symptoms? (Aim 2)
* Does HBOT reduce posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms? (Aim 3)
Exploratory objectives will explore if there are changes in: 1.) cognitive functioning using neuropsychological tests and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) toolbox, 2.) inflammation biomarkers in blood, 3.) microbiome in stool samples, 4.) electroencephalogram (EEG), 5.) sleep characteristics, and 6.) fMRI.
Research will compare HBOT therapy to a placebo condition to see if HBOT works to treat neurobehavioral symptoms. The placebo condition is a chamber that remains unpressurized and has 21% oxygen.
Participants will:
1. Complete baseline assessments to determine eligibility.
2. Attend 40 sessions of HBOT or placebo (normal air) within 12 weeks.
3. Complete questionnaires and interviews throughout the course of the study.
4. Complete a 2-week post treatment visit
Pivotal Trial (Near Approval)
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 3
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Pregnancy, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Epilepsy, Others
Must Not Be Taking:Antabuse, Disulfuram, Acetazolamide, Others
420 Participants Needed
Neuromodulation for Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Patients with Group 1 pulmonary hypertension will be enrolled in this study. Investigators will test the hypothesis of low-level tragal stimulation in patients with pulmonary hypertension. The study will be conducted over 4 weeks and patients will undergo low-level tragus stimulation for 1 hour every day for 4 weeks. At baseline the following tests will be conducted-6-minute walk distance, vascular function testing using noninvasive device and blood samples will be collected. Patient will also undergo a limited echocardiography to assess right ventricular function. After 4 weeks of stimulation patients will come back to undergo these tests again. Investigators hypothesized that low-level tragus stimulation (neuromodulation) will lead to improvement in vascular function, 6-minute walk distance and blood based biomarkers in patients with pulmonary hypertension.
Trial Details
Trial Status:Not Yet Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 1, 2
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Inability To Walk, Wheelchair-bound, Others
50 Participants Needed
Deep Brain Stimulation for Depression
Dallas, Texas
The goal of the study is to address the unmet need of TRD patients by identifying brain networks critical for treating depression and to use next generation precision DBS with steering capability to engage these targeted networks. The study's goal will be achieved through 3 specific aims:
1. Demonstrate device capability to selectively and predictably engage distinct brain networks
2. Delineate depression-relevant networks and demonstrate behavioral changes with network-targeted stimulation
3. Demonstrate that chronic DBS using steered, individualized targeting is feasible and safe for reducing depressive symptoms
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:22 - 70
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Psychotic Disorder, Bipolar, Substance Use, Others
Must Be Taking:Antidepressants
12 Participants Needed
Why Other Patients Applied
"I changed my diet in 2020 and I’ve lost 95 pounds from my highest weight (283). I am 5’3”, female, and now 188. I still have a 33 BMI. I've been doing research on alternative approaches to continue my progress, which brought me here to consider clinical trials."
WR
Obesity PatientAge: 58
"My orthopedist recommended a half replacement of my right knee. I have had both hips replaced. Currently have arthritis in knee, shoulder, and thumb. I want to avoid surgery, and I'm open-minded about trying a trial before using surgery as a last resort."
HZ
Arthritis PatientAge: 78
"I have dealt with voice and vocal fold issues related to paralysis for over 12 years. This problem has negatively impacted virtually every facet of my life. I am an otherwise healthy 48 year old married father of 3 living. My youngest daughter is 12 and has never heard my real voice. I am now having breathing issues related to the paralysis as well as trouble swallowing some liquids. In my research I have seen some recent trials focused on helping people like me."
AG
Paralysis PatientAge: 50
"I've been struggling with ADHD and anxiety since I was 9 years old. I'm currently 30. I really don't like how numb the medications make me feel. And especially now, that I've lost my grandma and my aunt 8 days apart, my anxiety has been even worse. So I'm trying to find something new."
FF
ADHD PatientAge: 31
"I've tried several different SSRIs over the past 23 years with no luck. Some of these new treatments seem interesting... haven't tried anything like them before. I really hope that one could work."
ZS
Depression PatientAge: 51
FemPulse System for Overactive Bladder
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
The objective of the study is to demonstrate that the FemPulse System can be used as indicated
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:21+
Sex:Female
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Neurologic, Psychological, Cardiac, Others
20 Participants Needed
FemPulse System for Overactive Bladder
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
The objective of the study is to demonstrate that the FemPulse System can be used as indicated in the Instructions for Use (IFU), as applicable.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:21+
Sex:Female
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Pregnancy, OAB Therapy Changes, Others
20 Participants Needed
Non-Invasive Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Stroke Recovery
Houston, Texas
To evaluate feasibility and effectiveness of non-invasive VNS to enhance stroke recovery
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Severe Psychiatric Illnesses, Bilateral Paresis, Severe Uncontrolled Medical Problems, Pregnancy, Others
60 Participants Needed
Deep Brain Stimulation for Apathy in Parkinson's Disease
Houston, Texas
Apathy is a disabling neuropsychiatric symptom marked by reduced goal-directed behavior, including diminished interest, motivation, emotional expression, and social engagement. Though not formally defined in the DSM-V, apathy is common in several neurological and psychiatric disorders and significantly affects quality of life. In Parkinson's Disease (PD), it affects about 40% of patients and is associated with increased caregiver burden, reduced functional ability, and nearly threefold higher mortality.
PD affects over 680,000 Americans today and is projected to impact more than 1.2 million by 2030. It presents with both motor symptoms (e.g., bradykinesia, tremor, rigidity) and non-motor symptoms like depression, anxiety, and apathy. While motor symptoms are often managed with dopaminergic medications and deep brain stimulation (DBS) targeting motor regions (e.g., subthalamic nucleus, globus pallidus internal), apathy typically persists or worsens following these treatments. No FDA-approved or consistently effective treatments exist for apathy in PD. Dopamine agonists may help but have side effects that limit long-term use. SSRIs and cholinesterase inhibitors may be tried for co-occurring depression or cognitive decline, but they are not indicated for apathy and can worsen symptoms or cause adverse effects in PD.
This protocol proposes targeting apathy in PD using DBS of the ventral capsule/ventral striatum (VC/VS), a region involved in reward processing and goal-directed behavior. VC/VS DBS is FDA-approved under a Humanitarian Device Exemption for OCD and has shown promise in treating depression, addiction, and other disorders involving motivational deficits. Neuroimaging and preclinical models strongly implicate this region in the regulation of goal-directed behavior, reward sensitivity, and cognitive control-mechanisms disrupted in apathy. Stimulating VC/VS may improve motivation through fibers connected to orbitofrontal and anterior cingulate cortices (reward sensitivity) and dorsal prefrontal regions (cognitive control).
Support for this approach comes from a case report where a patient with PD and OCD received both STN and VC/VS DBS. In addition to motor and OCD symptom improvement, the patient showed a significant reduction in apathy. Apathy worsened when stimulation ceased and improved again when resumed, suggesting a causal relationship. VC/VS DBS was safe, did not impair motor symptoms, and appeared to enhance motivation.
This study aims to test the safety and efficacy of VC/VS DBS for apathy in PD. Building on extensive animal, imaging, and clinical data, it addresses a major unmet need using an existing DBS platform. The approach is supported by established neurocircuitry, prior clinical experience with VC/VS targeting, and early evidence suggesting potential benefit. It does not duplicate prior studies but extends DBS to a new, underserved indication within PD.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Not Yet Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:40 - 75
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Dementia, Depression, Psychosis, Others
Must Be Taking:Dopamine-based Treatments
5 Participants Needed
Spinal Cord Stimulation for Spinal Cord Injury
Houston, Texas
It has been demonstrated that the human lumbosacral spinal cord can be neuromodulated with epidural (ESS) and transcutaneous (TSS) spinal cord stimulation to enable recovery of standing and volitional control of the lower limbs after complete motor paralysis due to spinal cord injury (SCI). The work proposed herein will examine and identify distinct electrophysiological mechanisms underlying transcutaneous spinal stimulation (TSS) and epidural spinal stimulation (ESS) to define how these approaches determine the ability to maintain self-assisted standing after SCI.
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:22 - 60
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Cardiopulmonary Disease, Depression, BMI Over 30, Others
Must Be Taking:Anti-spasticity Drugs
60 Participants Needed
Neuromodulation for Muscle Weakness
Houston, Texas
Post-intensive care syndrome (PICS) encompasses persistent physical, cognitive, and psychiatric symptoms following ICU discharge, commonly triggered by serious conditions such as respiratory failure, sepsis, and mechanical ventilation. PICS prevalence is reported to be as high as 84% up to 12 months in patients with at least 2 days spent in the ICU or with mechanical ventilatory support. As a consequence, many patients do not return to they former level of function for weeks, months and even years.
Muscular affection manifested by muscle weakness is particularly seen and is provoked by a combination of damage to the nerves or directly the muscles fibers. This affection is referred to as CU-Acquired Weakness (ICUAW). One third of the time, lower extremities are affected, often due to prolonged immobilization or sedation. Evidence suggests that early mobilization reduces the incidence of ICUAW at discharge and improves the number of patients able of stand. However achieving this early intervention is not always feasible due to time or personnel constraints.
The purpose of the study is to examine the effectiveness of lower extremity neuromodulation for prevention of muscle deconditioning in patients admitted to the ICU.
Trial Details
Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Foot Problems, Cardiac Devices, Others
25 Participants Needed
Deep Brain Stimulation for Depression
Houston, Texas
This trial uses a new method to help patients with severe epilepsy and depression. It records and stimulates specific brain areas to better understand and improve social and emotional brain functions.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:22 - 70
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Psychotic Disorder, Bipolar, Others
Must Be Taking:Antidepressants
84 Participants Needed
Deep Brain Stimulation for Epilepsy
Houston, Texas
The purpose of this study is to map the acute, short-term cortical evoked responses to thalamic electrical stimulation in persons with intractable epilepsy
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Pregnancy, Psychosis, Depression, Low IQ, Others
25 Participants Needed
Neurogenic overactive bladder (NOAB), characterized by urinary frequency, urgency or urgency incontinence symptoms occurring during the storage phase of the bladder, is the most common urinary complaint in multiple sclerosis (MS). Current management options for NOAB in MS have limited efficacy and considerable adverse effects, which underscores the significance of this study and highlights the need for better, less invasive therapies. This novel study investigates brain therapeutic targets that could shift the focus of NOAB management in MS from a bladder-centric focus to brain restoration; specifically modulating the brain regions identified in the prior functional magnetic resonance imagining studies. Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) is a noninvasive brain stimulation that can modulate neurons (excite or inhibit) to improve the connectivity of the regions of interest (ROI). The preliminary data demonstrate, for the first time, significant improvement in bladder symptoms in ten women with MS who have voiding dysfunction following multifocal transcranial magnetic stimulation without any treatment-related adverse effects.
This randomized double-blind, sham-controlled single center clinical trial with an optional open-label extension (OLE) phase is designed to evaluate the effects of targeted rTMS in women with MS and NOAB by investigating restorative reorganization of brain function The main purpose of this study is to determine the effects of individualized repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) for improving overactive bladder symptoms such as urinary frequency and urgency with or without incontinence in individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS). Patients will undergo initial screening that includes a demographics information, physical exam, past medical and surgical history, medication list, urine pregnancy test (female subjects with childbearing potential), and completion of questionnaires to confirm the eligibility of patients. All eligible patients will be required to complete a functional MRI scan followed by locating the regions of interest through neural navigation system and finally receiving 10 treatment sessions.
Since this is a randomized trial, some patients will receive active treatment/ therapy sessions while others will only receive sham or placebo treatments. The total duration to complete all treatment sessions and follow up visits is approximately 4-5 months.
Trial Details
Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Sex:Female
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Pregnancy, Seizure Disorder, Heart Disease, Others
Must Not Be Taking:Antidepressants, Antipsychotics, Lithium, Others
29 Participants Needed
This trial is testing a new treatment using sound waves to target a part of the brain in people with emotional disorders like depression and anxiety. The treatment aims to change how this part of the brain works to improve symptoms. It is non-invasive and uses MRI to monitor changes in the brain.
No Placebo Group
Trial Details
Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Age:18 - 65
Key Eligibility Criteria
Disqualifiers:Not Listed
20 Participants Needed
Know someone looking for new options?
Spread the word
Learn More About Power
We started Power when my dad was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, and I struggled to help him access the latest immunotherapy. Hopefully Power makes it simpler for you to explore promising new treatments, during what is probably a difficult time.
Bask GillCEO at Power
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Neuromodulation clinical trials pay?
Each trial will compensate patients a different amount, but $50-100 for each visit is a fairly common range for Phase 2–4 trials (Phase 1 trials often pay substantially more). Further, most trials will cover the costs of a travel to-and-from the clinic.
How do Neuromodulation clinical trials work?
After a researcher reviews your profile, they may choose to invite you in to a screening appointment, where they'll determine if you meet 100% of the eligibility requirements. If you do, you'll be sorted into one of the treatment groups, and receive your study drug. For some trials, there is a chance you'll receive a placebo. Across Neuromodulation trials 30% of clinical trials have a placebo. Typically, you'll be required to check-in with the clinic every month or so. The average trial length for Neuromodulation is 12 months.
How do I participate in a study as a "healthy volunteer"?
Not all studies recruit healthy volunteers: usually, Phase 1 studies do. Participating as a healthy volunteer means you will go to a research facility several times over a few days or weeks to receive a dose of either the test treatment or a "placebo," which is a harmless substance that helps researchers compare results. You will have routine tests during these visits, and you'll be compensated for your time and travel, with the number of appointments and details varying by study.
What does the "phase" of a clinical trial mean?
The phase of a trial reveals what stage the drug is in to get approval for a specific condition. Phase 1 trials are the trials to collect safety data in humans. Phase 2 trials are those where the drug has some data showing safety in humans, but where further human data is needed on drug effectiveness. Phase 3 trials are in the final step before approval. The drug already has data showing both safety and effectiveness. As a general rule, Phase 3 trials are more promising than Phase 2, and Phase 2 trials are more promising than phase 1.
Do I need to be insured to participate in a Neuromodulation medical study?
Clinical trials are almost always free to participants, and so do not require insurance. The only exception here are trials focused on cancer, because only a small part of the typical treatment plan is actually experimental. For these cancer trials, participants typically need insurance to cover all the non-experimental components.
What are the newest Neuromodulation clinical trials?
Most recently, we added Brain Interchange System for Epilepsy, taVNS for Fibromyalgia and Nerve Stimulation + Local Anesthetic for Pain After Amputation to the Power online platform.
Popular Searches
By Condition
By Location
Other People Viewed
By Subject
By Trial
Unbiased ResultsWe believe in providing patients with all the options.
Your Data Stays Your DataWe only share your information with the clinical trials you're trying to access.
Verified Trials OnlyAll of our trials are run by licensed doctors, researchers, and healthcare companies.