tDCS Treatment for Alzheimer's Disease
Investigating if a Stronger tDCS Intensity is More Effective for Improving Naming Ability in People Living With Alzheimer's Disease
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Alzheimer Disease
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
At a Glance
- Age
- 50 – 90
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Treatment
- Participants needed
- 42 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Baycrest · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's Disease. Participants will receive a specific type of brain stimulation to see if it improves their ability to name things.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I have mild to moderate Alzheimer's Disease.
- I scored between 18 and 25 on the MoCA.
- I have completed the Cambridge Naming Task pre-assessment.
You may not be able to join if
- I have a history of stroke or traumatic brain injury.
- I have shunts or metal in my body.
- I have a history of significant heart disease.
- I have a history of alcoholism or drug use.
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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About This Trial
There is currently little symptomatic therapy for Alzheimer's Disease (AD) and nothing effective for individuals with Frontotemporal dementia (FTD). However, neuromodulation with transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) has the potential to be a clinically effective therapy for both AD and FTD. The challenge now is to specify the parameters and conditions under which tDCS is most effective t…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Mild to Moderate AD
* Score between 18 and 25 on the MoCA
* Score on the Cambridge Naming Task during the pre-assessment
Exclusion Criteria:
* No history of stroke or TBI
* No shunts or metal in the body
* No history of significant heart disease, alcoholism and drug use
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