Improving sleep in Parkinson's disease using deep brain stimulation
Sleep-specific DBS therapy in Parkinson's disease
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA · NIH-11061887
This study is looking at how deep brain stimulation might help people with Parkinson's disease sleep better by exploring how it changes brain activity during sleep problems.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (MINNEAPOLIS, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11061887 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how deep brain stimulation (DBS) can improve sleep quality in patients with Parkinson's disease (PD), who often experience significant sleep disturbances. The study aims to understand the neuronal mechanisms behind these sleep issues and how DBS affects sleep patterns. By examining changes in brain activity and connectivity during sleep disturbances, the researchers hope to identify which neural pathways are activated by DBS and how these changes correlate with improvements in sleep quality. This approach could lead to more effective treatments for sleep disorders in PD patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with Parkinson's disease who experience significant sleep disturbances.
Not a fit: Patients with Parkinson's disease who do not have sleep disturbances may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved sleep quality and overall quality of life for patients with Parkinson's disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that deep brain stimulation can improve sleep in some patients with Parkinson's disease, but this study aims to refine and enhance those approaches.
Where this research is happening
MINNEAPOLIS, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA — MINNEAPOLIS, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: JOHNSON, LUKE AARON — UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
- Study coordinator: JOHNSON, LUKE AARON
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.