Clinical trials
Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation clinical trials
Below are recruiting transcranial direct current stimulation clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 194 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06818240Recruiting
Can brain stimulation improve walking after stroke?
This study tests whether a gentle electrical current applied to the scalp (called tDCS) can improve your ability to walk while doing a second task, like talking or carrying something. It is for people who have had a stroke and can walk on their own.
Hong Kong, ChinaAges 50–80 - NCT06821568Recruiting
Home brain stimulation for memory and walking concerns
This study tests if a gentle brain-stimulation device used at home can help older adults who have both memory worries and slower walking. A study partner will help you use the device.
Roslindale, MassachusettsAges 65–90 - NCT06834217Recruiting
Brain stimulation and facing fears in OCD
This study is testing a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation method called tDCS to see if it can help people with OCD reduce their symptoms by practicing facing their fears (a process called extinction). The trial involves wearing a head cap that delivers a mild electrical current while doing computer exercises.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18–70 - NCT06838013Recruiting
Electrical stimulation to improve leg movement after stroke
This trial tests a new way to help people with stroke move their legs better by combining electrical stimulation on the back and leg. If you have had a stroke more than 6 months ago and can already walk with or without a cane, this treatment might help strengthen ankle muscles and make walking easier.
Hong KongAges 50–85 - NCT06843252Recruiting
Home-based brain stimulation for Huntington's disease symptoms
This study tests whether a gentle brain stimulation device (tDCS) used at home can help improve thinking and behavior in people with Huntington's disease. A caregiver is needed to be present during treatment and help with questionnaires.
San Antonio, TexasAges 18–85 - NCT06848140Recruiting
Brain stimulation for word-finding problems after TBI
This study tests whether non-invasive brain stimulation can help people with chronic traumatic brain injury (TBI) find words more easily. It involves sessions at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–85 - NCT06877312Recruiting
Brain stimulation study for memory and thinking
This study is testing a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation technique (called tES) to see how it affects memory and thinking in people with memory problems. It involves light electrical stimulation applied to the scalp during sessions over several weeks.
Winnipeg, ManitobaAges 50–95 - NCT06878326Recruiting
Brain stimulation study for teens with autism
This study tests if a gentle brain stimulation technique (tDCS) can help improve brain function in adolescents with autism. It aims to find out which teens might benefit most.
Hung Hom, KowloonAges 12–22 - NCT06880159Recruiting
Brain stimulation for children with autism
This trial tests whether a gentle electrical current applied to the scalp (transcranial direct current stimulation) can help children with autism spectrum disorder. The goal is to see if this non-invasive brain stimulation can improve symptoms.
Hung Hom, KowloonAges 8–12 - NCT06883266Recruiting
Brain stimulation for movement and fatigue in Parkinson's
This study tests whether a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS (transcranial direct current stimulation) can help improve movement and reduce fatigue in people with Parkinson's disease. It's an option for those who are not using deep brain stimulation and don't have certain other health conditions.
Fargo, North DakotaAges Any age - NCT06901687RecruitingPhase 2
Home brain stimulation for depression in MS
This study tests whether a special, gentle brain stimulation device you can use at home (called tDCS) can help improve depression symptoms in people with multiple sclerosis. You will be supervised over video during the sessions to make sure everything goes smoothly.
New York, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT06915324Recruiting
Electric brain stimulation for Lyme disease cognitive issues
This study tests if a gentle electrical current applied to the scalp can improve thinking problems (like slow processing speed) that continue after Lyme disease treatment. It could help you if you have mental fog or memory trouble that hasn't gone away with antibiotics.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - NCT06943625Recruiting
Green light and brain stimulation for migraine
This trial tests whether combining green light therapy with a gentle brain stimulation technique (transcranial direct current stimulation, or tDCS) can help reduce migraine pain. It may be an option for people with frequent migraines who have not found relief from other treatments.
Rawalpindi, Punjab ProvinceAges 18 years+ - NCT06959342Recruiting
Brain stimulation to reduce cravings in alcohol use disorder
This trial tests if a gentle brain stimulation technique (tDCS) can help people with alcohol use disorder control their cravings and drinking habits. It is an add-on to your regular treatment.
MannheimAges 18–65 - NCT06976697Recruiting
Home-based tDCS for major depression
This trial tests a home-use device that sends a small electrical current to the brain to treat major depression. It may be a good option if you are already on antidepressant medication and have a smartphone.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 22–70 - NCT06989749Recruiting
Brain stimulation for affect and pain study
This study tests if a gentle electrical current applied to the scalp can change how people feel pain and manage emotions. It may help researchers find new ways to help people with pain.
Hanover, New HampshireAges 18–55 - NCT07042217Recruiting
Brain stimulation for depression
This trial tests if a gentle electrical current applied to the head can help people with major depression. It's for adults currently in a depressive episode who haven't found relief from at least two previous antidepressants.
Woodbridge, New JerseyAges 22 years+ - 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 - NCT07092280Recruiting
Brain stimulation study for children with autism
This trial tests if mild electrical stimulation applied to the head (tDCS) can help children with autism. Your child must be enrolled in ABA therapy and be off certain medications to join.
Staten Island, New YorkAges 5–12 - NCT07113041Recruiting
Brain stimulation and robot balance training after stroke
This study tests if adding a gentle brain stimulation (TMS) to robot-assisted balance training helps improve balance after a stroke. It is for people who had a stroke at least 6 months ago and still have trouble with balance.
West Orange, New JerseyAges 18–75 - NCT07116109Recruiting
Brain Stimulation Plus Therapy for Pain and PTSD
This study tests whether a brain-stimulation headband (called tDCS) combined with a proven talk therapy for PTSD can help reduce both chronic pain and PTSD symptoms. It is for adults who have had chronic pain for at least 6 months and also have PTSD.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 21 years+ - NCT07168031Recruiting
Brain stimulation study for younger and older adults
This trial uses a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS to see how it affects how people process information. It may help researchers understand brain function in healthy younger and older adults.
BernAges 20–80 - NCT07184983Recruiting
Brain stimulation for cannabis use disorder
This study tests whether a gentle brain stimulation technique (called tDCS) can help people who want to cut down or stop using cannabis. You'll wear a headband-like device during sessions at NYU, and the study team will check in with you over time.
New York, New YorkAges 22–65 - NCT07196423Recruiting
Early psychosis cognition study
This study explores how thinking and memory work in people who have experienced early psychosis. It involves computer tasks, brain scans, and a type of brain stimulation to better understand cognition. The study has two parts: one for people currently in early psychosis and one for people who have had psychosis at any point.
Nottingham, NottinghamshireAges 18–55
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for transcranial direct current stimulation?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 194 recruiting transcranial direct current stimulation 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 transcranial direct current stimulation 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 transcranial direct current stimulation 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.