Cortical Modulation in Individuals with Parkinson's Disease
How do people with Parkinson’s Disease respond to brain stimulation?
Can we improve motor function and excitability using brain stimulation?
What are we exploring?
This study will explore a novel brain stimulation approach to modulate motor function and brain excitability in the upper limb in those diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease.
This approach involves non-invasive brain stimulation being delivered over the primary motor cortices over a time period of approximately 30 minutes
Are you eligible?
We’re looking for people with:
Parkinson’s Disease
Ages 18 – 80
Email us for more details!
Benefits of Participating
You may not experience any direct benefits from participating in this research.
However, this research will provide us with more knowledge regarding brain changes in individuals with Parkinson’s Disease.
If this novel form of brain stimulation effectively modulates brain excitability and motor function, then it can be explored further as a treatment option
How long is this study?
2 sessions. 3-4 hours each.
1 week between sessions.
Total Time Commitment: 6-8 hours.
How will you be compensated
Participants will be paid $20 / hour.
+ Parking at McMaster will be covered.
Participation will Involve:
Questionnaires
Brain Stimulation
Motor Tasks
About Brain Stimulation:
Brain Stimulation is a non-invasive technique involving the delivery of a brief electromagnetic current to a specific part of the brain that controls movement; the primary motor cortex. Our study uses Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS).
Interested in participating? great! Contact:
Faith Adams
Doctoral Student
Department of Kinesiology
EMAIL: adamsf4@mcmaster.ca
This study has been reviewed by the Hamilton Integrated Research Ethics Board (HiREB) under project #17994. Investigating corticalcortical modulation in young, aging and in Parkinson’s Disease.
