Electrical Stimulation for the Relief of Freezing of Gait (FOG) in Parkinson's Patients

Electrical Stimulation for the Relief of Freezing of Gait (FOG)

Potential for electrical stimulation to ameliorate Freezing of Gait (FOG)

The purpose of this study is to investigate the potential for an electrical stimulation intervention to ameliorate Freezing of Gait (FOG) and related gait disturbances in Parkinson's patients.

Inclusion Criteria:

• A diagnosis of idiopathic Parkinson's Disease (PD) (UK, PD Brain Bank Criteria)
• A Hoehn and Yahr stage of 2 - 4
• Exhibiting Freezing of Gait or another gait abnormality in the ON state.
• An ability to mobilise independently with or without a walker or walking cane for the purpose of research when in the 'ON' state

Exclusion Criteria:

• A serious cognitive impairment (MMSE<24)
• Pregnant or currently involved in another clinical trial.
• Pacemakers
• On opioid or neuropathic pain medication