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24/08/2026

21/08/2026

Walking Changes in Parkinson’s

For many people living with Parkinson’s, changes in walking can have one of the biggest impacts on everyday life.

These changes may include:

Smaller steps
Slower walking
Reduced arm swing
Freezing of gait
Clinical guidelines recognise external cueing as an effective strategy for helping many people improve their walking and movement.

The CUE1+ delivers continuous vibrotactile cueing throughout the day, providing rhythmic sensory stimulation designed to support movement alongside your existing Parkinson’s treatment plan.

Our case study shows a considerable improvement in gait, including reduced freezing of gait in the device-on state compared with device-off state.

When movement improves, the impact goes beyond walking, improving your confidence, giving you more independence and more in control of your daily life.
If walking felt smoother, steadier or more natural, what difference would that make to your everyday life?

17/08/2026

Parkinson’s is the fastest-growing neurological condition globally.

The CUE1+ was created alongside and for the Parkinson’s community, combining neuroscience, engineering and clinical research to support people living with Parkinson’s.

Using research-backed targeted stimulation, the CUE1+ is designed to support the management of key motor symptoms, including rigidity (stiffness), changes in balance, gait and tremor.

By helping people move with greater confidence and independence, CUE1+ aims to support everyday quality of life.

Move more freely. Live more fully. With Charco.

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12/08/2026

Thanks to Parkinson's UK for sharing this 🙏

Results from a small clinical trial of CUE1+ has shown it's safe and has the potential to help manage movement symptoms of Parkinson's.

CUE1+ was developed by a company called .neurotech. It's a small, chest-mounted, device that delivers rhythmic vibrations throughout the day. To understand the potential benefits, researchers at carried out a trial involving 50 people with Parkinson's. The results suggest that the device was safe and easy to use, and may have the potential to improve movement symptoms, particularly slowness of movement, in people with Parkinson's.

10/08/2026

There is a difference between a product with a story and a technology supported by science.

At Charco Neurotech, we are committed to transparency. That means sharing not only what we believe, but the evidence behind it.

The CUE1+ has been tested clinically, with outcomes measured using recognised Parkinson’s assessment tools including MDS-UPDRS Part III.

Our research and publications are available for everyone to explore, with our latest evidence being published in Nature Portfolio Journals - Parkinson’s Disease https://www.nature.com/articles/s41531-026-01448-y

Because people living with Parkinson’s deserve innovation they can trust.

05/08/2026

Rigidity, often described as muscle stiffness, is one of the most common motor symptoms of Parkinson’s. It can make everyday movements feel slower, more effortful and more tiring.

Current clinical guidelines recommend managing rigidity through a combination of:

✔ Medication prescribed by your Parkinson’s specialist
✔ Regular physical activity
✔ Physiotherapy
✔ Evidence-based technologies that complement standard care

The CUE1+ has been proven to help with rigidity in Parkinson’s patients. The CUE1+ is a wearable device that delivers continuous vibrotactile stimulation over the sternum. This type of cueing is designed to support movement by providing rhythmic sensory stimulation throughout the day.

In clinical studies, people using the device demonstrated an average 12-point improvement in MDS-UPDRS Part III (Motor Examination) scores, a widely used measure of Parkinson’s motor symptoms. This is considerably above the minimum of 3.25 point increase considered to be clinically important!

While individual results vary, these findings strongly suggest that our wearable cueing technology provides additional support alongside existing Parkinson’s treatments.

How does rigidity impact your everyday activities? What would you do if movement felt easier?

03/08/2026

Nothing speaks louder than real experiences. Here’s one customer’s story about how the Cue1+ has made a huge difference to their daily life:

“I used to freeze pretty often even when just walking to the shops, and I didn’t go out socially much. This has all changed due to the CUE1. I hardly freeze at all any more. It has given me the confidence to act like a real person again, and go out and enjoy myself doing anything I want to do.”

- David

31/07/2026

How the CUE1+ fits into everyday life.

From your morning coffee to a walk in the fresh air or a family visit, the CUE1+ is designed to fit seamlessly into your everyday routine.

Small, discreet, and easy to use, the CUE1+ is worn throughout the day and activated whenever you need support.

Because living with Parkinson’s is about more than managing symptoms, it’s about continuing to live your life.

Have questions about how the CUE1+ fits into daily life? Our inbox is always open.

03/07/2026

Parkinson’s is a progressive neurological condition that affects more than 150,000 people in the UK.

While many people associate Parkinson’s with tremor, the reality is far more complex. It can affect movement, balance, speech, sleep, mood, cognition and everyday activities that many of us take for granted.

Every person’s experience is different. Symptoms can vary from day to day, and the impact often extends beyond the individual, affecting families, friends and carers too.

At Charco Neurotech, Parkinson’s is the reason we exist. We believe that understanding the realities of living with Parkinson’s must comes first, it dictates everything we do.

That’s why we work closely with people living with Parkinson’s, clinicians and organisations such as Parkinson’s UK, listening, learning and striving to make a meaningful difference.

Today, and every day, we stand with the Parkinson’s community.

30/06/2026

The Parkinson's community is an important support network for many people with Parkinson's, their carers and families. Parkinson's UK have 465 community groups across the UK. These groups are volunteer-led and offer a range of support and activities to those who attend.

To find out more and to find your local group please follow the link below 👇

https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/community/groups