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Adaptive DBS Reduced Falls in Parkinson’s Gait Feasibility Trial

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Adaptive DBS Reduced Falls in Parkinson's Gait Feasibility Trial

TL;DR: A 2026 randomized feasibility trial in Nature Medicine found that gait-synchronized adaptive deep brain stimulation was feasible and safe in 5 people with Parkinson’s disease, with early findings of improved gait symmetry, lower variability, and fewer reported falls than continuous stimulation. Key Findings 5 Parkinson’s patients: The 1-center feasibility trial enrolled people with Parkinson’s …

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Neural Activity in Brain-Machine Interface Manual Reaching Task (Rhesus Monkey Study)

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Researchers have gained new understanding of how the brain controls movement using both overt motor control and brain-machine interface (BMI) control. Their findings provide insight into the distinct neural processes involved in BMI control compared to natural movement. Key Facts: Rhesus monkeys were trained to control a cursor using either overt arm movements or a …

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