Dr. Isabelle Buard, PhD
Claim this profileUniversity of Colorado Denver
Studies Parkinson's Disease
Studies Epilepsy
2 reported clinical trials
5 drugs studied
Affiliated Hospitals
Clinical Trials Isabelle Buard, PhD is currently running
Neurologic Music Therapy
for Parkinson's Disease
Parkinson's Disease (PD) is defined by characteristic motor symptoms including slow movements, small movements, difficulty with movement initiation and disruptions in timing. Besides gross motor symptoms, fine motor impairments in PD cause difficulties with everyday tasks such as writing, self-care, and fine object manipulation. These activity limitations can lead to disability, social isolation, and a reduced quality of life. In a series of breakthrough studies Michael Thaut and colleagues developed Neurologic Music Therapy (NMT) and found it can address many gross motor impairments and improve gait and balance. Other music therapies such as Music-supported Therapy (MST) have proven motor benefits in stroke patients through movement exercises with musical instruments. However, the pathological basal ganglia (BG) in PD brains leads to a reduced supply of those internally generated movements. In contrast, externally cued movements (eg. via a beat or a rhythm) during NMT sessions are instantaneously entrained to the period of a rhythmic stimulus possibly without involvement of the BG. The underlying idea is that rhythm is the essential component relating music specifically to motor behavior. The mechanism of action is called "rhythmic entrainment" where one system's motion or signal frequency entrains the frequency of another system. The effect of NMT on fine motor function has not been investigated yet. Music activities are important in the lives of many older adults. Notably, the use of music has been associated with increased well-being for older adults, as it fosters social connection and mood regulation. Furthermore, many musical activities have limited physical demands, making them attainable for individuals who are living with mobility impairments or other physical restrictions. Based on the literature and the investigators preliminary studies, the investigators propose to test the efficacy of Neurologic Music Therapy in comparison to Music Supported Therapy and Occupational Therapy (OT) as standard of care on adults in the Parkinson's spectrum. The investigators have defined a working plan using different musical instruments and growing tempo to specifically improve fine motor movements.
Recruiting1 award N/A
Atomic Magnetometer Brain Imaging
for Epilepsy
This study is being done to help scientists learn about the use of a device called an atomic magnetometer. The device uses sensors called optically-pumped magnetometers (OPM) which function at room temperature. This research will compare the non-invasive brain imaging application of the OPM sensors to the present SQUID-based cryogenic sensor technique used in conventional Magnetoencephalography (MEG). This study is being conducted in conjunction with the University of Colorado Boulder's Mechanical Engineering Department.
Recruiting1 award N/A2 criteria
More about Isabelle Buard, PhD
Clinical Trial Related8 years of experience running clinical trials · Led 2 trials as a Principal Investigator · 2 Active Clinical TrialsTreatments Isabelle Buard, PhD has experience with
- Music Supported Therapy
- Neurologic Music Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- OPM Sensors
- SQUID Sensors
Breakdown of trials Isabelle Buard, PhD has run
Parkinson's Disease
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Isabelle Buard, PhD focuses on Parkinson's Disease and Epilepsy. In particular, much of their work with Parkinson's Disease has involved treating patients, or patients who are undergoing treatment.
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Yes, Isabelle Buard, PhD is currently recruiting for 2 clinical trials in Aurora Colorado. If you're interested in participating, you should apply.
Are there any treatments that Isabelle Buard, PhD has studied deeply?
Yes, Isabelle Buard, PhD has studied treatments such as Music Supported Therapy, Neurologic Music Therapy, Occupational Therapy.
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