Light therapy for brain activity and hand movement
This study tests a non-invasive light therapy on the head to see if it can safely change brain activity and improve fine hand movements in healthy young adults.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 35 years old.
- You have no current or past brain, nerve, or psychiatric conditions.
- You have not taken psychiatric medications in the last 12 months.
- You have no metal or electronic devices implanted in your head.
- You have not participated in a similar brain stimulation study in the last 6 months.
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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