Clinical trials
tDCS clinical trials
Below are recruiting tdcs clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 232 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06874595Recruiting
Exercise and brain stimulation study for healthy adults
This study looks at how a gentle electrical current applied to the head (called brain stimulation) combined with exercise affects your body and mood. It may help researchers understand how these two treatments work together to improve brain health.
Richmond, VirginiaAges 18–50 - NCT07680959Enrolling by invitation
Brain stimulation for negative symptoms of schizophrenia
This trial tests combining two types of non-invasive brain stimulation (HD-tDCS and iTBS) to help with negative symptoms of schizophrenia, such as lack of motivation or social withdrawal. The goal is to see if this combination can improve these symptoms that are often hard to treat with medication alone.
TaipeiAges 18–65 - NCT06786000Recruiting
Brain stimulation plus hand therapy for stroke recovery
This trial tests a combination of mild electrical brain stimulation and a special hand therapy program to help improve arm and hand movement after a stroke. It is for adults who had a stroke more than three months ago and still have moderate to mild arm weakness.
Riyadh, Riyadh RegionAges 18 years+ - NCT07405463Enrolling by invitation
Can brain stimulation help reduce fear in anxiety disorders?
This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS can help people with anxiety disorders overcome conditioned fear responses. It aims to improve how the brain relearns safety signals.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–65 - NCT07583056Recruiting
Brain Stimulation Treatment for Fibromyalgia Pain
This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation treatment called tDCS (transcranial direct current stimulation) can help reduce fibromyalgia pain. You'll use a small device at home that sends mild electrical currents to your scalp, and researchers will monitor your progress via video calls.
ValenciaAges 18 years+ - NCT07246044Recruiting
Brain stimulation for teens with bipolar depression targeting S1
This trial tests a non-invasive brain stimulation technique (HD-tDCS) to see if it can help teens with bipolar disorder who are currently in a depressive episode. It aims to find a new treatment option for adolescent bipolar depression.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 12–18 - NCT07191327Recruiting
Testing brain stimulation for posterior cortical atrophy
This study tests a noninvasive brain stimulation technique called HD-tDCS to see if it can help people with posterior cortical atrophy (PCA), a condition that affects vision and spatial skills. You would receive personalized stimulation sessions, and the study aims to learn if this treatment improves symptoms.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 50 years+ - NCT07114809Recruiting
Can brain stimulation and virtual reality boost thinking in MS?
This study tests whether a combination of gentle brain stimulation (tDCS) and virtual reality exercises can improve memory and thinking problems in people with multiple sclerosis. If you have mild to moderate disability and no major health issues, you may be able to join.
Genova, ItalyAges 18–65 - NCT07080489Recruiting
Decision-making brain activity study for adults
This study uses brain imaging to understand how the prefrontal cortex helps with decision-making. Researchers are looking at healthy adults and people with mild to moderate depression to see if decision-making differs between groups.
BernAges 20–75 - NCT06986278Recruiting
Treadmill training plus brain stimulation for multiple sclerosis
This trial combines treadmill training with a gentle brain stimulation technique (tDCS) to see if it can help people with Multiple Sclerosis walk better. The study is for people with stable MS and mild to moderate disability.
Toledo, ToledoAges 18 years+ - NCT06885606Recruiting
Using brain stimulation to help reduce vaping
This study tests whether a gentle brain stimulation technique called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) can help people who vape daily cut back. You would attend daily sessions for two weeks to see if it makes a difference.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–65 - NCT06517121Recruiting
Brain stimulation for mild depression
This trial tests whether a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS can help people with mild depression symptoms. It aims to improve mood without the need for medication.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT06369532Recruiting
Brain stimulation and therapy to stop worrying
This trial combines a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS with cognitive-behavioral therapy (a type of talk therapy) to help people with generalized anxiety disorder or depression stop worrying.
Ghent, East-FlandersAges 18–70 - NCT05866003Recruiting
Brain stimulation plus hand training after stroke
This trial tests whether a combination of brain stimulation and structured hand practice can improve hand movement for people recovering from stroke. It may help because the training targets upper-limb function while using therapy intended to support recovery.
Cleveland, OhioAges 21–90 - NCT05661084Recruiting
Non-surgery brain stimulation for dementia thinking and movement
This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation device (tES) can improve thinking and movement problems in people with dementia. You (and your caregiver, if needed) will be asked to follow the study plan and attend visits so researchers can measure results and safety.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 55 years+ - NCT05354232Recruiting
Home electrical brain stimulation for ADHD symptoms
This study tests whether home-based low-level electrical stimulation of the brain (tDCS) can reduce attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms. If you qualify, you may be asked to complete assessments while receiving the treatment.
Charlestown, MassachusettsAges 18–65 - NCT06244914Recruiting
Combined brain stimulation for recovery after recent stroke
This trial tests if combining two kinds of gentle brain stimulation can help people recover better after a recent stroke. It's for people who had a clot-caused stroke in the upper part of the brain and still have some weakness on one side.
Tainan, TainanAges 18 years+ - NCT06658795Recruiting
Can brain stimulation help older adults with depression and loneliness?
This study tests whether a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS (transcranial direct current stimulation) can reduce loneliness in older adults with depression. It involves wearing a headband during sessions and comparing results to a placebo group.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 60–80 - NCT05874258Recruiting
Electric brain stimulation plus vision training for glaucoma
This trial tests whether combining a short vision learning program with non-invasive electrical stimulation to the brain can improve vision in people with open-angle or normal-tension glaucoma. It may help by training the visual system while stimulating brain pathways to support vision.
Hong KongAges 18–80 - NCT07619703Recruiting
Stroke Recovery Program Combining Therapy and Brain Stimulation
This study tests whether combining a hand-therapy program (CIMT) with mild electrical brain stimulation (tDCS) helps women recover hand function and quality of life after a stroke. You would attend therapy sessions over several weeks while receiving non-invasive brain stimulation to help rewire your brain's movement control.
Temuco, AraucaniaAges 30–85 - NCT07611773Recruiting
Brain Stimulation for Depression Treatment Planning
This study tests whether brain scans can predict which people with depression will benefit from transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS)—a non-invasive treatment that uses mild electrical pulses to stimulate brain areas related to mood. You would use a small home device and complete brain monitoring sessions.
ValenciaAges 18 years+ - NCT06294184Recruiting
Brain stimulation for mild depression in young people
This trial tests a gentle brain stimulation technique called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) to see if it can help young people with mild depression symptoms. It is designed for those who have some depressive feelings but do not yet meet the full criteria for major depression.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 12–25 - NCT06760910Recruiting
tDCS for older teens and adults with lazy eye
This study tests a gentle brain stimulation technique called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) to see if it can help improve vision in older children and young adults with amblyopia (lazy eye).
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 10–30 - NCT07438808Recruiting
How exercise affects brain flexibility in healthy adults
This study looks at how physical exercise might change the way the brain adapts and stays flexible in healthy younger and older adults. You may be able to join to help researchers understand how staying active keeps the brain sharp.
Loos, NordAges 20–80
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for tdcs?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 232 recruiting tdcs studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a tdcs trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a tdcs trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.