Brain stimulation to help thinking after concussion
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
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.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You had a mild traumatic brain injury (with less than 30 minutes of unconsciousness) 1 to 6 years ago.
- You can communicate in Chinese.
- You are not pregnant.
- You are not currently taking medication for a psychiatric condition (like depression, anxiety, or schizophrenia).
- You do not have any implanted medical devices or feel uncomfortable in small, enclosed spaces.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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