tACS for Language Recovery After Stroke
Transcranial Alternating Current Stimulation (tACS) for the Recovery of Phonological Short-Term Memory in Patients With Aphasia After Stroke
- Age
- 18 and older
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Treatment
- Participants needed
- 120 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Medical College of Wisconsin · Other
This trial is looking for people who have had a stroke affecting the left side of their brain and are experiencing difficulties with language. Participants will receive a type of brain stimulation to see if it helps them recover their language skills.
You may be able to join if
- I have been diagnosed with a stroke affecting the left side of my brain.
- I can speak and understand English well.
- I am at least 18 years old.
- I gave consent for this study at least 1 month after my stroke.
You may not be able to join if
- I have severe cognitive, hearing, or vision issues that would prevent me from testing.
- I have unstable or untreated mental health problems.
- I have a chronic medical condition that is not managed.
- I have a heart device like a pacemaker.
- I cannot undergo MRI or tACS due to certain medical reasons.
- I have a history of seizures that are ongoing or not managed.
- I have dyslexia or other learning disabilities.
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 EligibilityThis study will assess the effects of transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) on language recovery after stroke.
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