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 191 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06140940Recruiting
Mental imagery study for people with and without aphantasia
This study compares how people who cannot create mental pictures (aphantasia) and people who can perform motor imagery tasks and undergo noninvasive brain stimulation.
BronAges 18 years+ - NCT06771531Recruiting
Brain stimulation for foot sensation in older adults
This trial tests whether a gentle brain stimulation technique can improve feeling and steadiness in the feet of older adults who have numbness or reduced sensation. It aims to help with balance and walking.
Roslindale, MassachusettsAges 65 years+ - NCT06740968Recruiting
Brain stimulation study for people who stutter
This trial tests whether a gentle electrical current applied to the scalp (called tACS) can help reduce stuttering. It is for adults who currently stutter and have not had stuttering treatment in the past year.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18–65 - NCT06729437Recruiting
Transcranial brain stimulation for patellar tendon pain
This trial tests whether a gentle brain stimulation technique called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) can improve knee function and reduce pain in people with long-term patellar tendinopathy (jumper's knee). It may help by calming pain signals in the brain.
Valencia, ValenciaAges 18–50 - NCT04084795Recruiting
EMDR plus brain stimulation for fibromyalgia pain and stress
This trial tests whether combining EMDR therapy with a mild form of brain stimulation can reduce fibromyalgia symptoms, including pain and trauma-related emotional distress. It may help people whose fibromyalgia is closely linked to past trauma and current anxiety or depression.
Barcelona, CataloniaAges 18–70 - NCT06584591Recruiting
Balance training study for people with traumatic brain injury
This study tests a new balance training program called NEUROBALANCE to help improve postural control in people who have had a traumatic brain injury. It uses a non-invasive brain stimulation technique (TMS) to see if it can help improve balance and walking.
West Orange, New JerseyAges 18–75 - NCT06706479Enrolling by invitation
Brain stimulation for balance in older adults with back pain
This study tests whether a gentle, non-invasive electrical brain stimulation technique (called high-definition tDCS) can improve balance in older adults with chronic low back pain. Participants receive either real or sham stimulation during balance training sessions.
Hong Kong, Hong KongAges 60–85 - NCT03886025Recruiting
tDCS brain stimulation plus cognitive training and decision practice
This trial studies whether a noninvasive brain stimulation method (tDCS) combined with thinking and decision-making practice can improve how people perform on cognitive tasks. It is aimed at healthy adults, and it may help researchers understand who could benefit from these approaches.
Kingston, OntarioAges 18–40 - NCT06671457Recruiting
Brain stimulation study for insomnia
This trial tests a personalized, non-invasive brain stimulation method (transcranial direct current stimulation, or tDCS) to improve sleep in adults with insomnia. It may help if you have trouble sleeping and haven't tried certain other treatments.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT06681207Recruiting
Exploring brain stimulation for stepping after stroke
This study tests whether a mild electrical brain stimulation can help people with chronic stroke improve their stepping and walking. If you have had a stroke at least 6 months ago, can walk with or without a device, and have some leg weakness, this study may be for you.
Galveston, TexasAges 21–90 - NCT06628414Recruiting
Brain stimulation study for tinnitus relief
This study tests whether a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS can help people with tinnitus. Volunteers will receive either real or fake stimulation to see if it reduces tinnitus symptoms.
NottinghamAges 18 years+ - NCT05691283Recruiting
Brain stimulation study for children with autism
This study tests whether a noninvasive brain stimulation technique (tDCS placed on the scalp) may help children and teens with autism. It will compare outcomes before and after the stimulation sessions to see if it is safe and potentially beneficial.
Dalls, TexasAges 5–21 - NCT06547021Recruiting
Brain stimulation frequency study for people with dementia
This study tests different frequencies of gentle electrical brain stimulation to see which works best for memory and thinking. It is designed for people with mild to moderate dementia, not caused by Parkinson's or other brain conditions.
WinnipegAges 50–95 - NCT06524505Recruiting
Deep brain stimulation for bipolar depression
This trial tests a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called deep transcranial magnetic stimulation (dTMS) to see if it improves depression in people with bipolar disorder. dTMS uses magnetic pulses to stimulate brain areas involved in mood regulation.
TianjinAges 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+ - NCT06501820Recruiting
Study on walking and navigation in memory concerns
This study looks at how your brain controls walking and navigation, especially in people with early memory concerns. It may help researchers understand and improve treatments for diseases like Alzheimer's.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 65–89 - NCT06495684Recruiting
A brain stimulation study for adults with autism
This trial tests whether mild brain stimulation (transcranial direct current stimulation or tDCS) over multiple sessions can improve thinking, behavior, and brain activity in adults with autism. It may help researchers learn if this safe, noninvasive treatment can support better daily functioning.
Albuquerque, New MexicoAges 18–35 - NCT04296604Recruiting
tDCS brain stimulation to improve thinking and mood
This study tests whether a non-surgical brain stimulation called tDCS can improve “executive function,” which means skills like planning, focus, and decision-making. It is designed for people with several mental health and substance-use conditions, and it may help you if those skills are affected by your diagnosis.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–65 - NCT04209153Recruiting
Brain stimulation study to help people quit nicotine addiction
This trial tests whether direct brain electrical stimulation can help people who use tobacco every day. You must have strong nicotine dependence and be able to follow the study in French, while avoiding certain health and safety conditions.
Paris, IDFAges 18 years+ - NCT06440707RecruitingPhase 2
Brain stimulation for recent stroke recovery
This trial tests a safe, non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS to help people recover from a recent stroke. It's for people who cannot have the standard clot-removal procedure and who can start treatment within 24 hours of their stroke.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06455527Recruiting
Heart-guided brain stimulation for depression
This trial tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS, guided by your heart rate, can help improve depression symptoms. If you have mild to moderate depression and are not on medication, you may be eligible.
New York, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT06376500Recruiting
Brain stimulation to help thinking after concussion
This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) can help improve thinking and memory problems that some people have after a mild concussion. tDCS uses a small electrical current from scalp electrodes to gently activate parts of the brain.
Hung Hom, KowloonAges 18–65 - NCT06334952Recruiting
Personalized brain stimulation for hard-to-treat epilepsy
This study tests a personalized, non-invasive brain stimulation method called tDCS for people with drug-resistant epilepsy that starts in one part of the brain. It aims to reduce seizures in those who cannot have surgery or have not been helped by surgery.
BordeauxAges 9 years+ - NCT06305949Recruiting
Brain stimulation to improve swallowing after stroke
This trial tests a gentle electrical brain stimulation (tDCS) to see if it helps improve swallowing after a first-time stroke. It is designed for people who are at least 3 weeks post-stroke and still have swallowing problems.
Bucheon-siAges 19 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for transcranial direct current stimulation?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 191 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.