Shocking discovery? nerve zap may sharpen aging brains
NCT ID NCT04908358
First seen Feb 01, 2026 · Last updated May 10, 2026 · Updated 13 times
Summary
This study tests a painless, non-invasive brain stimulation method called RAVANS (a type of vagus nerve stimulation) to see if it can improve memory and thinking in healthy older adults. Researchers will measure changes in memory tasks and other cognitive tests. The goal is to understand if this safe, experimental technique can help ease age-related mental decline.
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Massachusetts General Hospital
Charlestown, Massachusetts, 02129, United States
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