Could zapping the brain and playing computer games boost memory?
NCT ID NCT07526740
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether combining a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called accelerated iTBS with computerized cognitive training can help people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Fifty adults aged 60-85 will receive the brain stimulation and be randomly assigned to one of two types of computer training. The main goal is to see if the treatment is feasible and acceptable, and whether it improves memory, thinking, mood, and daily function.
What this could mean
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Active substance
transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and computerized cognitive training
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a non-drug way to boost memory and thinking skills in people with mild cognitive impairment.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial focused on feasibility, not proof of effectiveness. The results may not apply to everyone with MCI.
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Medical University of South Carolina
RECRUITINGCharleston, South Carolina, 29425, United States
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