Brain stimulation for mild Alzheimer's (TRANSFORM-AD II)
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation (transcranial alternating current) can improve memory and thinking in people with early Alzheimer's or mild memory problems. It involves regular sessions of stimulation and check-ups over several months.
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Who can take part
- You are between 50 and 90 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with mild memory problems or mild Alzheimer's dementia.
- You have a score of 18–26 on a memory test (MMSE) and a score of 0.5 or 1 on a dementia rating scale (CDR).
- You have evidence of Alzheimer's in the brain (amyloid PET scan, spinal fluid test, or a blood test for pTau217).
- You can speak and understand Chinese well.
- If you take Alzheimer's medications (donepezil or rivastigmine), you have been on the same dose for at least 6 weeks.
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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