Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation for Freezing of Gait

Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation for Freezing of Gait in Patients With Parkinson's Disease

This study will evaluate the effects of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) in combination with locomotor training in patients with Parkinson's disease (PD) and freezing of gait (FOG).

Inclusion Criteria:

1. age 18- 80
2. Parkinson's disease stages 2-3 Hoehn and Yahr.
3. Presence of Freezing of Gait
4. Stable medication regimen
5. Time to complete TUG >12 seconds

Exclusion Criteria:

1. medical condition that would interfere with walking and training for 30 minutes
2. unable to perform timed up and go in the off condition
3. history of seizures
4. implanted deep brain stimulator, pacemaker or any other electronic device.
5. dementia
6. Adults unable to consent, individuals who are not yet adults (infants, children, teenagers) pregnant women, prisoners will not be considered for participation