Brain stimulation to improve ankle control in adults with and without stroke
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study uses mild brain stimulation (tDCS) to see if it can help middle-aged and older adults—both healthy and those who have had a stroke—learn ankle movements better. It tests whether stimulating different brain regions can improve motor skills and brain connections.
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Who can take part
- Aged 40 to 80 years old
- Have good memory and thinking abilities (tested with a simple questionnaire)
- For healthy participants: normal ankle strength and movement range
- For stroke survivors: had a single stroke at least 3 months ago that affects one side, with some ankle movement remaining
- Good enough vision to see and read, with glasses if needed
- No metal implants or conditions that make MRI or brain stimulation unsafe
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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