Brain Stimulation and Therapy for Cognitive Impairment After Stroke
Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation and Rehabilitation to Ameliorate Impairments in Neurocognition After Stroke
- Age
- 18 – 90
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Treatment
- Participants needed
- 70 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- University of Pennsylvania · Other
This trial is looking for people who have had a stroke within the last 4 weeks and are experiencing cognitive problems. Participants will receive a form of brain stimulation along with traditional cognitive therapy to see if their thinking improves.
You may be able to join if
- I have had a stroke within the last 4 weeks.
- I have cognitive impairment due to my stroke.
- I am between the ages of 18 and 90.
- I can understand the nature of the study and give consent.
- I can follow simple commands.
You may not be able to join if
- I have a serious or unstable neurologic illness other than stroke.
- I have an unstable medical illness.
- I have a history of seizures or epilepsy.
- I currently abuse alcohol or drugs.
- I have a severe psychiatric disorder.
- I have metallic objects in my face or head.
- I am pregnant.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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Check Your EligibilityThe purpose of this study is to determine whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique, transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS), combined with traditional cognitive therapy will improve cognitive function in patients with subacute stroke.
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