Understanding brain activity during walking in people with Parkinson's disease
Cortical basal ganglia network dynamics during human gait control
This study is looking at how certain brain networks help control walking in people with Parkinson's disease, using special devices to track brain activity and movement in everyday life and controlled settings, with the hope of finding better ways to improve walking for those affected.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11004607 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how specific brain networks, particularly the cortical-basal ganglia circuits, control walking in individuals with Parkinson's disease. By using advanced devices to monitor brain activity and movement, the study aims to identify the neural patterns associated with normal and abnormal gait. Patients will be monitored in both natural settings and controlled environments to gather comprehensive data on their walking behaviors. The goal is to enhance our understanding of gait disorders and develop new treatment strategies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with Parkinson's disease who experience gait abnormalities.
Not a fit: Patients without Parkinson's disease or those who do not experience gait issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments for gait disorders in patients with Parkinson's disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in understanding brain activity related to movement, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- University of California, San Francisco — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wang, Doris Du — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Wang, Doris Du
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.