Search / Trial NCT00001324

PET Scan to Study Brain Control of Human Movement

Launched by NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS AND STROKE (NINDS) · Dec 9, 2002

Trial Information

Current as of December 26, 2024

Completed

Keywords

Ataxia Brain Motor Learning Parkinson's Disease Physiology Positron Emission Tomography Stroke Tremor Voluntary And Involuntary Movement Physiology Movement Disorders Normal Volunteer

ClinConnect Summary

The main purpose of the studies presented in this protocol is to investigate the physiology of motor control in health as well as the pathophysiological modifications taking place during disease. To this end, we will investigate changes in regional cerebral blood flow (rCBF) as an index of regional neuronal activity, associated with various motor and sensory tasks using Positron Emission Tomography (PET). The rCBF will be obtained by measuring the distribution of the cerebral radioactivity during emission scans following the intravenous bolus injection of 15O-labeled water. The very short h...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Patients with movement disorder and normal volunteers.

About National Institute Of Neurological Disorders And Stroke (Ninds)

The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) is a leading component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), dedicated to advancing our understanding of the brain and nervous system through innovative research. NINDS sponsors and conducts clinical trials aimed at developing effective treatments and improving patient outcomes for a wide range of neurological disorders, including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, and neurodegenerative diseases. By fostering collaboration among researchers, healthcare providers, and patient communities, NINDS plays a pivotal role in transforming scientific discoveries into clinical applications, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for individuals affected by neurological conditions.

Locations

Bethesda, Maryland, United States

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Estimated completion

Not reported

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